Black Cumin Seed Oil (Organic & Cold Pressed)

What is Black Cumin Seed Oil?

Black cumin seed oil is extracted from the seeds of Nigella sativa, an annual plant from the Mediterranean region and South Asia. The oil has been prized for thousands of years for its nourishing properties for skin and hair, and seeds of it have even been found in Tutankhamun's tomb. Our black cumin seed oil is organic and cold-pressed, with a deep dark amber color, an intense spicy scent and a slightly peppery taste.

How is Black Cumin Seed Oil made?

The seeds of the Nigella sativa plant are harvested and cold-pressed. With cold-pressed oil, no heat above 30 degrees is used during pressing, so that the natural active ingredients, fatty acids and aromas are preserved. Then the oil is filtered and ready for use.

Why is Black Cumin Seed Oil so special?

Black cumin seed oil has a unique characteristic that sets it apart from virtually all other vegetable oils: it contains thymoquinone, a natural terpenoid that is responsible for most of its research value. Thymoquinone has powerful antioxidant and sedative properties and has been widely studied in scientific research.

In addition, the oil consists of about 55 to 60% linoleic acid (omega 6) and 20 to 25% oleic acid (omega 9). Together with the bioactive substances, this makes black cumin seed oil a rich, powerful oil for the skin.

Benefits of Black Cumin Seed Oil for Your Skin

Soothes irritated or troubled skin
Due to the thymoquinone and essential fatty acids, black cumin seed oil is known for its calming effect on red, irritated or troubled skin.

Helps with blemishes
The oil has been used for generations on skin with impurities or blemishes. A few drops in the desired places can do a lot.

Nourishes dry skin
The high content of linoleic acid supports the skin barrier and helps with dry or thirsty skin.

Benefits of Black Cumin Seed Oil for Your Hair

Nourishes dry and frizzy hair
The rich composition softens dry hair and gives it shine.

Cares for the scalp
Due to its calming effect, black cumin seed oil is nice for a dry or itchy scalp. Massage in a few drops before washing the hair.

How to use Black Cumin Seed Oil?

For your skin, apply a few drops to cleansed skin. Due to the intense scent and dark color, the oil is the best to use as night care. For specific areas, massage a little bit into the skin that could use some extra attention. For your scalp, massage in a few drops before washing, let it soak in for 15 to 30 minutes and wash out with your regular shampoo.

Tips When Using Black Cumin Seed Oil

• Black cumin seed oil has a distinct spicy, peppery smell. That's just part of this pure, unrefined oil.
• The oil can temporarily leave a slight yellow tint on light skin and can stain dark clothes.
• Due to its strength, black cumin seed oil is also nice to mix with a lighter oil such as jojoba oil or squalane to soften the scent and intensity.
• For sensitive skin, always test on a small area of skin first.