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PONGAMIA GLABRA SEED OIL.

Valuable CAS - / HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil is a versatile botanical extract known for its moisturizing, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. It actively supports skin barrier health, protects against environmental stressors, and offers inherent mild UV protective qualities, functioning as an effective emollient.

Summary

Preservative Hair Conditioning Skin Conditioning Antimicrobial Antiseptic Moisturizer Antioxidant UV Filter (mild) Emollient Permeability Enhancer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil operates through multiple pathways to benefit the skin: its high content of omega 9 fatty acids strengthens the hydrolipidic barrier, enhancing moisture retention and tonicity. A rich profile of omega 6 fatty acids and flavonoids delivers potent antioxidant activity, neutralizing free radicals, preventing premature aging, and promoting skin tissue regeneration. Its antimicrobial and antiseptic characteristics, partly due to compounds like karanjin and pongamol, protect against harmful bacteria, reduce inflammation in conditions such as psoriasis and dermatitis, and support wound healing. Karanjin and pongamol also contribute to its ability to absorb and filter UVA/UVB rays, while its emollient nature effectively softens the skin's surface.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 3–5%
Optimal

3%

Key findings

  1. 01 Demonstrated efficacy as a natural preservative with bacterial and fungal control, and provided additional antioxidant benefits to the skin (manufacturer's information).
  2. 02 Exhibited significant antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur, a fungus associated with dandruff.
  3. 03 Showed a notable improvement in the percutaneous permeation of Diclofenac sodium, indicating potential as a natural permeability enhancer in topical formulations.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The oil is reported to have a neutral pH, suggesting good stability for cosmetic applications.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not issued a specific safety assessment for Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil, noting 'Insufficient Data' for the broader category of Plant-Derived Edible Oils. The FDA also ceased evaluation of a GRAS notice for 'Pongamia bean oil' as a food ingredient. Crucially, unrefined Karanja oil contains toxic flavonoids (karanjin and pongamol), which are safely removed during the refining process, making the refined oil suitable for cosmetic use. SkinSAFE categorizes it as 'Irritant Free', and INCIDecoder assesses its irritancy as low.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil is a valuable ingredient, delivering comprehensive benefits including antioxidant protection, deep moisturization, antimicrobial action, and enhanced skin barrier function, all with a favorable low irritancy and comedogenicity profile.

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