Description
Pomegranate Seed Oil for Skin & Face
Pomegranate seed oil for skin offers a rich feel that suits small additions to face oils, moisturizers and balms. Made from Punica granatum seeds, it has a mild, faintly fruity scent and a slightly tacky texture. Blend a drop or two with a lighter oil when you want easier spreading and a softer finish.
Benefits and uses
- Rich seed oil for softening dry-feeling skin.
- Mix a small amount into moisturizer or a lighter face oil.
- 100% Punica granatum seed oil with a mild fruity scent.
Details
| Botanical name | Punica granatum (pomegranate) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Turkey, India, Iran |
| Part used | Seed |
| Extraction | From the dried seed |
| Texture | Rich, slightly tacky |
| Ingredients | 100% Punica granatum seed oil |
How to use pomegranate seed oil
- Face: mix 1 to 2 drops into your moisturiser or a lighter face oil.
- Blends: add at 5 to 10% to face oils, serums and balms.
- Body: smooth a few drops over dry areas.
Patch test on the inner arm before first use. Keep away from the eyes. Store somewhere cool and dark with the cap closed.
Frequently asked questions
Why does it feel tacky?
Punicic acid gives it a rich, slightly tacky feel. Mixing it with a lighter oil such as jojoba makes it easier to spread.
What does it smell like?
A mild, faintly fruity scent.
Where do the seeds come from?
They are a by-product of pomegranate juice making in Turkey, India and Iran.
Read where pomegranate seed oil comes from and how it is made.
For external use only. Patch test before first use, avoid the eyes and stop use if irritation occurs.
Can I use pomegranate seed oil on my face?
Yes. Start by mixing 1 to 2 drops into your usual moisturizer or a lighter face oil. Its rich texture means a small amount is usually enough.
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