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Ingredient Deep Dive

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract

The Beauty & Personal Care Brand Builder Series

Ingredient Deep Dive

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract

The Omega-Rich Flaxseed Extract

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed / Flaxseed) Seed Extract is a botanical rich in omega fatty acids, mucilage and antioxidants.

It soothes and softens, forms a light comforting film from its natural mucilage, and supports the look and feel of a healthy skin surface.

Quick Insights

Ingredient Rating:

GOOD

Type of Ingredient:

Soother and Barrier Support

Intended Function:

An omega- and mucilage-rich flaxseed extract used to soothe, soften and comfort the skin.

Common Applications:

Used in moisturizers, serums and masks and treatment formulas.

Target Audience:

Brands building soothing, barrier-comfort and sensitive-skin formulas.

Also Known As:

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract, Flaxseed Extract

Benefits of Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract

An omega- and mucilage-rich flaxseed extract that soothes, softens and comforts skin.

Soothing: Flax mucilage and phytocompounds help calm the feel of stressed skin.
Barrier Comfort: Omega fatty acids support the look of a comfortable barrier.
Softening Film: Mucilage forms a light, smoothing veil.
Antioxidant: Helps defend the look of the skin surface.
Naturally Derived: Extracted from flax seeds.

How It Works

Flaxseed is rich in omega-3/6 fatty acids and soothing mucilage polysaccharides; together they condition the skin, lay down a soft comforting film and support the appearance of a smooth, well-moisturized surface.

Formulating with Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract

Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract is water-soluble and added to the water phase, typically at cool-down and at low levels to protect its actives. It pairs well with other antioxidants and humectants. Observe good manufacturing and preservation practice.

Safety Analysis

Flaxseed extract is well tolerated as a botanical. As always, substantiate the finished product’s safety (e.g. patch / HRIPT testing) in line with MoCRA requirements.

References

https://incidecoder.com/ingredients/linum-usitatissimum-seed-extract

https://cosmeticanalysis.com/cosmetic-ingredients/linum-usitatissimum-seed-extra…

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flax

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