Cardamom Seed Oil

Cardamom Seed Oil molecular structure

5+ year old childrenSkin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Cardamom Seed Oil?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Cardamom Seed Oil is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children aged 5 and older (school-age kids), cardamom seed oil is usually low risk when used on the skin in small, diluted amounts. It’s a concentrated fragrance oil that most children tolerate, but some people can get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

What to Do

If you want to use this oil on a child 5 years or older: dilute it before putting it on skin (aim for about 0.5%–1% strength for topical use), do a small patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours to check for a reaction, use only on unbroken skin, avoid the face and eyes, and do not let the child eat or lick the oil. Store the bottle out of reach of children.

⚠️Warnings

Stop use and rinse the area if you see redness, itching, swelling, blisters or other irritation. If you see any breathing trouble, hives, or widespread swelling, seek emergency care. Although safety assessments (U.S. food guidance and Environment Canada) mark overall risks as low, these sources also note it’s a concentrated oil—so irritation or allergy can still happen in some people. Do not use on babies, toddlers, or on damaged skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Government food-safety and environmental reviews find cardamom seed oil safe for its normal uses, and toxicity checks do not show organ, reproductive, or environmental harm. Common concern screens for this ingredient are rated low, so no specific health risks have been identified for typical topical use.

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Alternative Names for Cardamom Seed Oil

This ingredient may also be listed as:

elettaria cardamomum seed oilElettaria Cardamomum Seed OilOILS, CARDAMOMOIL, ESSENTIAL, CARDAMOMCARDAMON (ELETTARIA CARDAMOMUM) OILCARDAMOM SEED OIL (ELETTARIA CARDAMOMUM (L.) MATON)CARDAMOM OILCARDAMOM OILSCARDAMOM OIL, ESSENTIALESSENTIAL CARDAMOM OILCARDAMOM OIL; CARDAMOM OIL; CARDAMOM RESINOIDCARDAMOM SEED OIL

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Cardamom Seed Oil

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Cardamom Seed Oil or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Cardamom Seed Oil

Is this kid-friendly to use Cardamom Seed Oil?

Yes, Cardamom Seed Oil is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Cardamom Seed Oil for children?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Cardamom Seed Oil?

Cardamom Seed Oil is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can kids start using products with Cardamom Seed Oil?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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