Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
A plant oil rich in stearidonic acid (omega-3). It soothes, supports the barrier and softens dry, reactive skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A soothing plant oil. Safe, well tolerated.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Echium plantagineum seed oil (INCI Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil) is a plant oil rich in stearidonic acid, an uncommon omega-3 fatty acid. In a formula it acts as an emollient that softens and as a source of fatty acids that help support the skin barrier. There is real substance here. The fatty-acid profile is interesting for dry, reactive skin and gives a genuine soothing feel, though it is not an anti-inflammatory of pharmacological strength. It works well as a supporting emollient inside creams and serums rather than as a standalone star active. Topically its systemic impact is negligible, so it can be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is well tolerated: irritation and allergy risk are low. Comedogenicity is very low (1 out of 5), so problems are rare, though very oily or acne-prone skin can watch how it reacts. As a seed oil, anyone with plant-oil allergies should patch test first.
Frequently asked questions
Is Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil safe during pregnancy?
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil for?
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil and what does it do in cosmetics?
A plant oil rich in stearidonic acid (omega-3).
Is Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil?
The INCI name is Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil. It may also appear as: Echium Oil.
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