Guizotia abyssinica seed oil

Guizotia abyssinica seed oil

AKA “Niger”

Essential Oil

Ingredient Facts

Guizotia abyssinica seed oil

AKA: Niger

Essential Oil · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Antioxidant

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Essential Oil

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Guizotia Abyssinica Seed Oil is an oil obtained from the seeds of the Niger, Guizotia abyssinica, Asteraceae Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy family)

Plant Part

Seed

Lifeform

Annual

Climate

Seasonally dry tropical

CAS #

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Form

Oil

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Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Known as Niger seed oil, traditionally used in Ethiopian and African cuisine and skincare for its nutritive properties. Used historically in African beauty preparations for skin conditioning.