Scientific name: Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Classification: Vegetable Oil
Soothing, moisturizing, protective, detangling.
Stories from Nature
Sesame oil is derived from the seeds of the sesame plant, botanically known as Sesamum indicum, which belongs to the Pedaliaceae family. This plant grows to a height of 50 cm and has delicate white flowers. Its seeds are very small—so much so that it takes about 500 seeds to yield a single gram of oil.
The yield is very high, as the extraction process yields 40% to 60% oil from the seeds, far exceeding the averages of other oilseeds. It is cultivated across vast areas in India, Myanmar, Africa, China, and the United States, with a significant presence also in the Mediterranean regions of Europe, such as Italy and Greece.
Sesame oil is rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid, excellent sources of essential Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. The seeds provide valuable minerals such as iron, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, silicic acid, and calcium.
Its high content of natural antioxidants helps protect against oxidation and free radicals, increasing the product’s stability over time. It is widely used to promote well-being and protect the skin. It also possesses sanitizing and purifying properties, making it an ideal ally for keeping the skin clean and protected from external agents that could disrupt its balance.
When applied topically, it helps control dandruff, balances acne-prone skin, and firms the skin on the face and body. Sesame oil enriches numerous cosmetic formulations, particularly soaps and shampoos.
Benefits for Hair
Sesame Oil provides intense softening, moisturizing, and detangling properties, leaving hair supple, soft, and easy to comb. It adds volume, lightness, and a natural shine. On the skin, it leaves a velvety feel.
This oil is traditionally chosen as a natural remedy for scalp hygiene when dealing with parasites and lice, offering the following benefits:
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Suffocating effect on lice: Thanks to its oily consistency, sesame oilallows the comb to glide more easily, facilitating the physical removal of foreign particles from the hair, and can help smother lice and hinder their movement, making mechanical removal with a comb easier.
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Soothing effect on the scalp: Rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, it possesses emollient properties that provide relief from discomfort, itching, and redness caused by external agents, head lice, or intensive treatments.
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Natural sanitizing action: It contains active ingredients such as sesamol and sesamin, which have purifying properties that keep the scalp clean and hygienic.
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Hair fiber protection: It nourishes the hair shaft and creates a protective barrier that enhances the vitality of hair subjected to stress or specific treatments.
