Botanical name: Spinacia oleracea
Spinach oil offers numerous benefits and is particularly beneficial for both skin and hair care. Rich in antioxidants, spinach, which contains Vitamin A, is effective in preventing acne. Additionally, spinach oil includes chlorophyll, contributing to its moisturizing properties.
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Botanical name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus
Other name: forage radish, fodder radish, tillage radish , radish ripper, daikon, Japanese radish
Radish oil is acquired through the cold-pressing of radish seeds, resulting in a light golden-colored oil with no discernible odor. A notable characteristic of radish seed oil is its impressive antioxidant properties, effectively combatting free radicals.
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Botanical name: Psoralea corylifolia L.
Other name: Bakuchi, Babchi, Babchi, Bakuchi, Purple Fleabane
Babchi, also recognized as Psoralea Corylifolia or Bakuchi, holds a significant place in Ayurvedic practices for its role in blood purification and skin health. Extracted from its seeds, Babchi oil is utilized in Ayurvedic medicine as a cardiac tonic, pigment remover, and vasodilator.
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Botanical name: opuntia ficus-indica
Other name: Barbary Fig Oil or Nopal Oil
Prickly Pear oil is a lightweight and nourishing oil, abundant in vitamins and minerals. Remarkably, it contains three times more Vitamin E than Argan oil. This oil is effective in preventing the visible signs of aging, promoting even skin tone, and diminishing both inflammation and puffiness.
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Botanical name: Perilla frutescens
Other name: perilla mint, beefsteak plant, purple perilla, Chinese basil, wild basil, blueweed, Joseph’s coat, wild coleus and rattlesnake weed.
Perilla oil is obtained through the cold-pressing of perilla plant seeds. The leaves, alternatively recognized as Japanese shiso, Chinese basil, and kkae-nip, are edible in both raw and cooked forms. Additionally, the byproduct, often referred to as press cake, resulting from the oil extraction process, finds utility as animal feed or fertilizer.
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Botanical name: Carica papaya
Other name: Carica Papaya Seed Oil
Primarily composed of unsaturated fatty acids, with oleic acid being the predominant component, Papaya seed oil is enriched with lipophilic phytochemicals like tocopherols, phytosterols, and carotenoids.
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Botanical name: Cucumis melo
Other name: cantaloupe oil and Cucumis melo seed oil
Muskmelon Oil stands out as a rare and exquisite oil distinguished by its elevated content of omega-6 fatty acid, Linoleic Acid. Possessing a faintly nutty aroma, Muskmelon Seed Oil boasts a luxurious and decadent texture that, despite its richness, swiftly absorbs into the skin.
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Botanical name: Sclerocarya birrea
Other name: jelly plum, cat thorn, morula, cider tree, marula, maroola nut/plum, and in Afrikaans, maroela.
Derived from the kernels of the marula fruit native to Africa, Marula oil has been employed for centuries by people in southern Africa as a skin care product and protectant. This natural oil serves as a safeguard for both hair and skin, offering protection against the harsh impacts of the sun and adverse weather conditions prevalent in the region.
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Botanical name: Celastrus paniculatus
Other name: Jyotishmati, intellect tree, staff tree, or black oil plant
Boasting a distinctive and robust fragrance, Malkangni oil is obtained through the cold-pressed extraction method from Malkangani seeds. This oil is derived from a deciduous climbing shrub known for its potential to attain a considerable size. The plant features oval-shaped leaves that grow along singular stems.
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Botanical name: Schleichera oleosa
Other name: kayu hitam
Macassar oil, initially formulated from Macassar ebony oil, gained prominence among Western European men during the 1800s and early 1900s as a preferred hair conditioner for grooming and styling. Alexander Rowland (1747–1823), a renowned London barber, played a pivotal role in popularizing this hair care product. In an era where barbers often crafted their hair preparations, Rowland introduced Rowland’s Macassar Oil around 1793.
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