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| Product Number: | EOE062 |
| size: | 100ml |
| Ingredients: | Nigella Sativa Seed Oil |
| Extraction method: | Cold pressed |
| Native To: | Southern Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia. |
| Common uses: | Nigella Sativa is a rich source of Thymol which is an antimicrobial. It also contains Thymoquinone which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Due to the antioxidant content the oil is a free radical scavanger and is an excellent addition to any cosmaceutical cream or serum. |
| Consistency: | Typical and characteristic of carrier oils |
| Absorption: | Absorbs into skin at average speed, slight oil feeling left on skin. |
| Solubility: | Oil Soluble. |
| Heat Stability: | Good, this oil is sometimes used to enhance the oxidative and heat stability of other oils due to its broad-reacing antioxidant capacity. |
| Cautions: | Due to the antimicrobial activities this oil might be a bit strong to use directly on the skin of all people. We recommend using this as a speciality oil and adding no more than 10% |
| Typical Use Levels: | Up to 10% |