Watermelon Seed Oil

Also known as “Ootanga Oil” or “Kalahari Oil”, Watermelon Seed Oil has a long history of use in African desert countries. This light, non-greasy oil was obtained by cold pressing sun-dried Watermelon seeds and was used for its hydrating properties. With a mild nutty flavour, it was also used as a basic cooking oil.

Skin Care

Watermelon Seed Oil provides nourishing moisture to the skin without clogging the pores. It contains up to 65 percent of linolenic acid, an omega 6 fatty acid that is also known as “vitamin F”. One of the major benefits of Watermelon Seed Oil – due to its high linolenic acid content – is to protect and repair the skins barrier function. A healthy barrier function is the key to radiant skin, it prevents biological irritants from entering the skin such as free radicals, microbes, allergens and other external assaults.

Watermelon Seed Oil is rich in omega 9 as well as omega 6, fatty acids that the body cannot produce naturally. By supplying the skin with these nutrients, skin cell growth is stimulated which can result in a reduction in scars, repair to skin damage and promote vibrant, glowing skin.

This deeply hydrating oil is suitable for all skin types as it doesn’t clog pores which makes it ideal for oily, acne prone skin. With anti-inflammatory properties, Watermelon Seed Oil will also calm down redness caused by acne and give the skin the nutrients it needs to heal from it. The antioxidants will help to dispel toxins and bacteria that can cause acne and the linolenic acid content will help to restore the abnormal and inflamed skin barrier in acne sufferers.

Carrier Oil / Massage Oil

Watermelon Seed Oil is an excellent carrier oil that absorbs rapidly into the skin due to its light, non-greasy texture. It is able to deliver the active constituents of essential oils into deeper layers of the skin.

It is especially good for baby massage and is commonly used in commercial baby creams, lotions, oils and soaps.

Hair Care

The potent antioxidant activity of Watermelon Seed Oil can reduce oxidative stress on the scalp and promote hair growth. It boosts the circulation in the scalp which in turn feeds the hair follicles to grow strong and healthy hair. It also dissolves sebum build up, making this oil great for hair prone to greasiness.

The ability of Watermelon Seed Oil to penetrate deeply also extends to the hair – it moisturises the hair, boosts hair elasticity and prevents breakage. The oil is also a rich source of the mineral copper, this helps with the production of melanin and helps to keep hair colour intact, preventing premature greyness.

For curly hair that is prone to frizziness, Watermelon Seed Oil naturally smooths the hair cuticles leaving the hair sleek and shiny. It also makes a great pre or post oil treatment for coloured hair, protecting the hair from harsh chemicals in hair dyes and restoring the moisture balance to hair that has dried out due to colouring.