Perilla Seed Oil is a premium botanical oil obtained from the seeds of Perilla ocymoides, a member of the Lamiaceae family. Cosmetic ingredient references list Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
This organic oil is especially valued for its lightweight feel and omega-rich fatty acid profile. It is an excellent choice for formulas targeting sensitive skin, barrier support, calming facial oils, lightweight emolliency, and premium botanical positioning.
Product Benefits
Premium Conditioning
- Softens and conditions the skin
- Provides a light, elegant emollient feel
- Suitable for facial oils and serum oils
- Helps reduce the heaviness of richer lipid blends
Barrier & Comfort Support
- Naturally rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids
- Supports formulas designed for dry, delicate, or stressed-feeling skin
- Useful in calming, minimalist, and sensitive-skin formulations
Antioxidant-FocusÂ
- Works well in products targeting oxidative stress
- Pairs beautifully with tocopherols, CO2 extracts, and other antioxidant-rich oils
Formulation Notes
Recommended Usage Rate
- 1 – 10% in emulsions
- 5 – 100% in anhydrous systems
Formulation Notes
- Oil-soluble
- Best added to the oil phase or cool-down phase depending on processing temperature
- Because of its polyunsaturated profile, antioxidant protection is strongly recommended
- Store protected from heat, light, and oxygen
- Pair with:
- Tocopherols
- Rosemary CO2 Extract
- Squalane
- Jojoba Oil
- Baobab Oil
- Ectoin in emulsified barrier systems
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Fatty Acid Composition — Typical
| Fatty Acid | Functional Contribution |
|---|---|
| Alpha-Linolenic Acid | Lightweight omega-3-rich emolliency |
| Linoleic Acid | Barrier support and skin conditioning |
| Oleic Acid | Softness and spreadability |
| Palmitic Acid | Structural support |
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Applications
This section contains suggestions for the types of products that would be most suitable to create with this material
From the Chemist...
Jennifer says…
“Perilla Seed Oil is a beautiful premium oil when you want a lightweight, omega-rich profile without the heaviness of more traditional nourishing oils. I would treat it as a delicate, high-value oil—protect it with antioxidants, keep processing gentle, and use it where its elegant skin feel can really be noticed.“
This section contains suggestions for the types of products that would be most suitable to create with this material
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