Nigella Sativa Seed Oil

Product Description

1. Chemical Origin Layer: Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is a natural lipid fraction obtained through cold-press extraction of Nigella sativa seeds, preserving its native composition of essential fatty acids and bioactive compounds, including thymoquinone.

2. Functional Mechanism Layer: It supports skin barrier function by reinforcing lipid matrix integrity, regulates inflammatory signaling pathways, and helps reduce oxidative stress, contributing to improved skin resilience and physiological balance.

3. Formulation Application Layer: It is widely used in barrier repair systems, lipid-replenishing formulations, and sensitive skin care products designed for dry, compromised, or inflammation-prone skin conditions.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
• CAS No.: 90064-32-7
• Extraction Method: Cold pressed
• Appearance: Yellow to dark amber oil
• Odor: Characteristic herbal aroma
• Key Components: Thymoquinone, linoleic acid, oleic acid
• Solubility: Oil soluble
• COA: Available per batch
• Suggested Usage Level: 1–10%
• Storage: Cool, dry, airtight, protected from light

Key Benefits & Applications

• Skin Barrier Repair: Reinforces lipid matrix structure and improves barrier cohesion, enhancing skin resilience under environmental stress.
• Lipid Replenishment: Restores essential fatty acids and strengthens lipid layer flexibility, improving softness and skin smoothness.
• TEWL Control: Reduces transepidermal water loss by reinforcing the stratum corneum lipid barrier.
• Anti-Inflammatory: Helps regulate inflammatory response pathways, reducing visible irritation and sensitivity.
• Soothing & Calming: Improves skin comfort and reduces dryness-related discomfort and reactive skin conditions.
• Antioxidant: Helps neutralize free radicals and supports protection against oxidative stress in the skin microenvironment.

Formulation Guidelines

• Suggested Use Level: 1–10%
• Processing Recommendation: Add in oil phase below 60°C during emulsification
• pH Compatibility: Stable in standard anhydrous and emulsified systems
• Application Types: Facial oils, barrier repair creams, lipid-replenishing emulsions, soothing balms
• Compatibility: Ceramides, cholesterol, plant oils, fatty acids, emulsifiers, antioxidants
• Synergy: Combine with Niacinamide to enhance skin barrier function, improve moisture retention, and support overall skin tone balance.