Crambe abyssinica seed oil

Crambe abyssinica seed oil

AKA “Abyssinian oil, Crambe oil”

Essential Oil

Ingredient Facts

Crambe abyssinica seed oil

AKA: Abyssinian oil, Crambe oil

Essential Oil · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Essential Oil

Clean

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Crambe abyssinica, Brassicaceae Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Family

Brassicaceae (Mustard/Cabbage family)

Plant Part

Seed

Lifeform

Perennial

Climate

Montane tropical

CAS #

2245025-38-9

Form

Oil

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Functions

Hair Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

Traditionally used in Ethiopia and East Africa as a nourishing oil for skin and hair care. High in erucic acid, it has been historically valued for its emollient and protective properties in traditional skincare preparations.