Common English Name: Black raspberry (seed).

Botanical Name: Rubus occidentalis.

Plant Family: Rosaceae.

Method of Extraction: (Cold) expeller pressing of the seeds.

Origin: Indigenous to (eastern) North America.

Plant Description:A deciduous shrub with pinnate leaves, flowers, and a dark-purple or black aggregate fruit.

Main Chemical Components: Vitamin E, linoleic acid and alpha-linoleic acid (omega 3 and omega 6).

Blends Well With: Other carrier oils; essential oils.

Uses: Damaged skin, irritated skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, dry hair, nourishes hair, damaged hair.

Fun Fact: Not to be confused with red raspberry seed oil. The berries have been used as a natural dye for hundreds of years.

Cautions for Use: None noted for general aromatherapy use.