Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
What Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil is & what it does
Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil is the fixed oil pressed from the kernels of nutmeg, the same tropical seed used as the culinary spice. In cosmetic formulas it acts mainly as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, lending a rich, occlusive feel and helping soften the skin surface. It is not a UV filter and is typically used as a minor component of balms, creams, and massage products. Like many seed oils it is a blend of fatty acids and may also contribute a faint warm, spicy aroma.
What is Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil?
Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil is the fixed oil pressed from nutmeg kernels, the same seed used as the culinary spice. In cosmetics it is used mainly as an emollient and skin-conditioning oil rather than as an active.
What does Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil do in skincare?
It works as an emollient, softening the skin surface and giving a rich, occlusive feel in balms, creams, and massage products. It is not a UV filter, so it does not contribute sun protection.
Is Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil safe?
Nutmeg kernel oil is generally considered well tolerated when used at the low levels typical of cosmetics. No specific concerns are flagged for it in our catalog, though as with any plant oil, sensitive users may want to patch test.
Sunscreens with Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Soleil Toujours Extrème UV 100% Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 45
78/100
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Soleil Toujours Organic Sheer Sunscreen Mist SPF 50
66/100
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Soleil Toujours Organic Set + Protect Micro Mist Spf 30
66/100
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Origins Plantscription™ Spf 25 Power Anti-Aging Oil-Free Cream
64/100