Best For Skin Types
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Usage Frequency
As tolerated
What Is Nasturtium Officinale Flower Oil?
Nasturtium officinale flower oil is a fragrant extract derived from the flowers of garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus), a plant native to South America. The oil is obtained from the flower material and functions primarily as a perfuming ingredient in skincare formulations, contributing scent and aroma to products.
Beyond its fragrance role, nasturtium flower material contains bioactive compounds including trace minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper and iron. These compounds may contribute antioxidant activity, though the extent to which these benefits translate to skin when applied topically in oil form requires further investigation.
How It Works
Nasturtium flower oil contributes fragrance through volatile aromatic compounds present in the plant material. The bioactive compounds within the oil, including minerals and plant-derived phytochemicals, may exert antioxidant effects by neutralising free radicals that can damage skin cells and contribute to premature ageing.
The specific mechanism by which these compounds penetrate and interact with skin in a finished product formulation remains unclear, as most research examines nasturtium extracts rather than the oil form used in cosmetics.
Clinical Evidence & References
Research on garden nasturtium identifies antioxidant, antimicrobial and antifungal properties in plant extracts and isolated compounds. However, most available research focuses on extracts from leaves and flowers rather than the oil specifically used in skincare formulations.
Evidence for meaningful skin benefits when nasturtium flower oil is applied topically in cosmetic products is limited. Further clinical studies would be needed to establish efficacy in finished formulations at typical usage concentrations.
How to Use
Nasturtium flower oil is typically used in low concentrations as a fragrance component rather than an active treatment ingredient. It is well-suited to formulations where natural fragrance is desired. If you have fragrance sensitivities or prefer unscented products, check ingredient lists to identify its presence.
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