100% Pure Organic Extra Virgin Unrefined Black Cumin Oil 2 oz

Black cumin seeds come from the plant Nigella sativa, which is part of the buttercup family and native to countries throughout southern Europe and southern Asia. Some people call it black seed, caraway, or kalonji. Black cumin seed oil comes from the seeds and is usually made by expeller pressing — basically, pressing the oil out of the seeds and discarding the pulp. The essential oil and seeds are popular in several traditional medicine systems, from India's Ayurveda to Islamic Tibb-e-Nabawi or “prophetic medicine. For Skin Care Black cumin oil is packed with valuable nutrients providing beneficial ingredients for skin recovery and repair. -Potassium keeps skin moist. -Zinc treats minor skin irritations and infections, like pimples and blackheads. It can also alleviate dry, itchy and flaky skin. -Omega–3 fatty acids keep skin hydrated and reduce inflammation, maintaining soft, smooth skin that both looks and feels good. -B-vitamins work together to increase the production of ceramides (a family of waxy lipid molecules) which allow your skin to retain moisture. -Vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis and improves skin tone and texture. It also reduces the appearance of dark spots and helps to delay fine lines and wrinkles. -Calcium helps to maintain lipid barrier function, provides antioxidant protection from things like UV damage and boosts cell renewal.