Salvia hispanica seed oil
AKA “Spanish Sage
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Salvia hispanica seed oil
AKA: Spanish Sage
Essential Oil · Moisturising · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Chia seed oil from Mexico that deeply moisturizes and softens skin. Rich in omega fatty acids, it helps condition and nourish for a smoother complexion.
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
93384-40-8
Form
Oil
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Functions
Moisturising
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
Chia seeds were used by Aztec and Mayan civilizations as a nutritional staple. The oil is a modern extraction used in cosmetics for its omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid content; historical cosmetic use is minimal.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-2
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR