Moringa Oil – 100% Pure Cold-Pressed | Natural Care

Natural Care Moringa Oil

Cold-pressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera — often called the "miracle tree" — our Moringa Oil is a lightweight, golden botanical oil prized for centuries in Ayurvedic and African traditional medicine. Exceptionally rich in oleic acid, antioxidants, and behenic acid, it absorbs quickly without greasiness, leaving skin visibly nourished and hair beautifully conditioned.

Key Benefits

• Deep Skin Hydration: High oleic acid content (up to 72%) penetrates the skin barrier to deliver lasting moisture, improving elasticity and softness.
• Anti-Ageing & Antioxidant Protection: Rich in vitamins A, C, and E plus flavonoids that neutralise free radicals, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and uneven skin tone.
• Scalp & Hair Conditioning: Nourishes the scalp, reduces dandruff, and strengthens hair follicles for healthier, shinier hair with reduced frizz.
• Anti-Inflammatory Skin Support: Bioactive compounds including isothiocyanates and quercetin help calm redness, irritation, and conditions such as eczema and acne-prone skin.
• Antimicrobial Properties: Naturally occurring benzyl isothiocyanate supports skin hygiene and may assist in minor wound care when applied topically.

How to Use

Skin: Apply 2–3 drops and massage gently into face or body. Ideal as a facial serum base or overnight treatment.
Hair: Warm a few drops between palms and work through mid-lengths to ends, or massage into the scalp before washing.
DIY Blending: Mixes well with essential oils and carrier oils for bespoke serums, balms, and massage blends.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera
• Extraction Method: Cold-pressed
• Colour: Light yellow-gold
• Aroma: Mild, earthy, slightly nutty
• Available Sizes: 10ml, 30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml

Clinical & Research Evidence

Moringa seed oil has been the subject of growing scientific interest across dermatology, nutrition, and phytochemistry:

• Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory Activity: A 2014 review published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine (Anwar et al.) documented Moringa oleifera's potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, attributing these effects to its high phenolic content — including quercetin, kaempferol, and chlorogenic acid.
• Skin Barrier & Emollient Function: The oil's oleic acid profile (up to 72%) is comparable to olive oil. Research in the Journal of Oleo Science (2016) confirmed that high-oleic oils significantly improve transepidermal water loss (TEWL), supporting their use as premium skin-barrier emollients.
• Behenic Acid & Conditioning: Moringa oil contains up to 8% behenic acid, a long-chain fatty acid studied for its exceptional hair-conditioning and skin-smoothing properties. This distinguishes it from most other plant oils and underpins its use in professional cosmetic formulations.
• Antimicrobial Properties: A study in Phytotherapy Research (2015) identified benzyl isothiocyanate in Moringa seed extracts as a key antimicrobial compound effective against a range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, supporting its traditional use in wound care.
• Hair Growth Support: Preliminary in vitro research has indicated that Moringa oleifera leaf and seed extracts may stimulate dermal papilla cells associated with hair follicle activity, suggesting a potential role in supporting healthy hair growth cycles (reported in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2017).

For external use only. Patch test recommended prior to use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Sold as a traditional herbal remedy in accordance with UK regulations.