Black Seed Oil

Black Seed Oil, extracted from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant, is a distinctive oil known for its rich, spicy aroma. This oil is obtained through cold pressing, ensuring the preservation of its natural compounds, including thymoquinone. Black Seed Oil has a long history of traditional use across various cultures.

Black Seed Oil is also sold as Nigella Sativa Oil, Black Cumin Seed Oil or Kalonji Oil, after the small black seeds of the nigella plant, a flowering annual of the buttercup family. The oil is dark amber with a strong, spicy, peppery scent, so it is usually used in small amounts or blended with lighter oils.

While Black Seed Oil's strong, somewhat peppery scent is not typically used in aromatherapy for its aroma, it is featured in topical applications. It serves as a carrier oil for essential oil blends, providing a rich, emollient texture.

Common Uses: Black Seed Oil is incorporated into skincare products for its moisturizing texture. It's also used in hair care formulations for its ability to condition hair and add shine.

Blends well with: Given its potent nature, Black Seed Oil can be mixed with more gently scented carrier oils and essential oils to dilute its intensity while still benefiting from its rich texture in skincare and hair care formulations.

Aromatic Scent: Black Seed Oil has a rich, spicy, and somewhat peppery aroma, offering a distinctive character.

How to use it

For skin and hair preparations, blend it with a lighter carrier oil such as jojoba or sweet almond oil and apply it externally. Technique tip: because the scent is strong, start with a small amount in a blend and add more only if you want a bolder aroma. Store it away from heat and light.

Botanical Name: Nigella sativa

Plant Part: Seeds