black cumin oil
Black cumin oil (Nigella Sativa Seed Oil) - controlled organic cultivation
Black cumin, from the buttercup family, is not related to the spice plant caraway or cumin. The annual, delicate, herbaceous plant is native to Western Asia, North Africa and India. Black cumin oil is extracted from the seeds, which look like small mini briquettes. Black cumin oil has a pleasant, typically spicy scent.
The dark oil is very skin-friendly and is considered a beauty elixir, especially for pimples, blemishes and blackheads at any age. Its effectiveness has been well researched and proven. It has been used in medicine for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptian queen Nefertiti, who was famous for her beauty, is said to have rubbed her skin with black cumin oil. At myrto, we use cold-pressed organic black cumin oil from Egypt, which is considered to be the highest quality.
Cold-pressed black cumin oil contains over 50% linoleic acid. This polyunsaturated fatty acid is part of the skin barrier. Linoleic acid improves the skin's ability to retain moisture, keeps it elastic and strengthens the skin's protective lipid layer. The most important active ingredient in black cumin oil is thymoquinone, which protects the cells from oxidative damage and strengthens the skin's immune system against allergies. Black cumin oil also contains important trace elements and vitamins. These include magnesium, B vitamins, vitamins C and E (tocopherol), selenium and biotin. Beta-carotene as a precursor to vitamin A and folic acid (vitamin B9) in black cumin oil accelerate cell renewal. The zinc also contained protects the skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals and reduces sebum production.
Black cumin oil strengthens the skin barrier and protects the skin from moisture loss. It regulates sebum production and dissolves dead skin cells. Black cumin oil inhibits inflammation, relieves itching and reduces allergic skin reactions.
Black seed oil is often used to support various skin conditions due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant properties:
Acne – Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties work against acne-causing bacteria and reduce skin imperfections. Black seed oil is particularly effective in treating late-onset acne, which can be caused by stress, hormonal imbalance or nutritional problems.
Neurodermatitis (atopic dermatitis) and eczema – Black cumin oil strengthens the skin barrier, relieves inflammation and dry, cracked skin and promotes healing in neurodermatitis and eczema.
Psoriasis – Black cumin oil is successfully used in psoriasis against redness, itching and inflammation; it supports the healing process.
Fungal infections (e.g. athlete’s foot) – The antifungal properties of black seed oil can help fight fungal infections.
Couperose and rosacea – Black cumin oil can reduce redness and inflammation and soothe the skin.
