Watermelon Seed Oil
Botanical name: Citrullus vulgaris
Plant part: Seed
Cultivation: Organic
Extraction: Cold compression
Product description:
Watermelon seed oil aka "Ootonga Oil" obtained from cold compression of the seeds of Citrullus vulgaris is a true hair and skin care powerhouse.
Non comodogenic and so light in consistency it is used to thin the consistency of thicker oils plus it smells great.
With a high Beta carotene, Linoleic acid, Vitamin E and the right Oleic Acid content makes it a well balanced, non comodogenic, deep emollient oil that works wonders not only for the skin but hair as well.
Healing:
- Beneficial anti bacterial properties
- Beneficial anti fungal properties
- Beneficial antioxidant properties
- Beneficial anti viral properties
Skin care:
- Aids aging/combination/dry/mature/normal/oily/sensitive
- Helpful in treating acne
- Helps treat eczema
- Helps reduce and tighten pores
- Helps fight free radical damage
- Beneficial powerful antioxidant properties
- Helps clear skin inflammation and blemishes
Hair care:
- Helps moisturize and improve hair health
- Helps prevent breakage
- Helps maintain hair pigmentation for natural or dyed hair
- Helps hair grow longer and stronger
Product colour: Clear to pale yellow color
Aroma profile: Slightly nutty aroma
Fatty Acid Composition & Comodogenic rating:
Linoleic acid– 63%
Oleic acid– 15%
Comedogenic Rating– 0-1
Blends well with:
Any carrier or essential oil, it can be used as a base for a blend and still effective when used by itself.
Generally known to be safe i.e. non-sensitizing and non-irritating. However, avoid this oil and any products containing it if you have an allergy to Watermelons.