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Black Cumin Seed Oil

INCI · Nigella Sativa Seed Oil · also Black seed oil

Revelika safety grade

Overview

A traditional plant oil rich in fatty acids and thymoquinone that conditions skin and is used to calm the look of blemished, reactive skin. It has antioxidant properties.

Who it's for

Blemish-prone and reactive skin (patch test first).

Cautions

Strongly scented; a conditioning oil rather than a proven medical treatment.

Suitability
Suits skin type
Dry Oily Combination Sensitive Acne-prone Mature Normal
Concentration
Concentration0 – 10%
Effective from
Max safe
In the glossary
Frequently asked
What does Black Cumin Seed Oil do in skincare?

A traditional plant oil rich in fatty acids and thymoquinone that conditions skin and is used to calm the look of blemished, reactive skin. It has antioxidant properties.

Is Black Cumin Seed Oil considered safe for skin?

Strongly scented; a conditioning oil rather than a proven medical treatment.

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