Brassica oleracea acephala seed oil

AKA: Collards, Tree kale, Borecole, Kale Seed Oil, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Oil
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Not Clean
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Brassica oleracea L. var. acephala, Brassicaceae
Family
Brassicaceae (Mustard/Cabbage family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Biennial or subshrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
-
Form
Oil
Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Kale seed oil is a modern cosmetic ingredient with minimal traditional use history. It was developed as a nutrient-rich plant oil alternative in the 21st century, capitalizing on kale's popularity as a superfood.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR