Scientific name: Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Classification: Vegetable Oil
Soothing, moisturizing, protective, detangling.
Tales 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 reaches a height of 50 cm and has delicate white flowers. Its seeds turn out to be extremely small, so much so that about 500 units are needed to make a single gram of extract.
The production yield appears to be very high, as extraction yields 40% to 60% oil from the seeds, far exceeding the averages of other oil fruits. Cultivation covers vast territories in India, Burma, Africa, China and the United States, with a significant presence also in the Mediterranean regions of Europe, such as Italy and Greece.
Sesame Oil abounds in oleic acid and linoleic acid, excellent sources of Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids. The seeds provide valuable minerals such as iron, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, silicic acid and calcium.
The wealth of natural antioxidants promotes protection against oxidation and free radicals, increasing the stability of the product over time. It finds wide use in promoting the well-being and protection of the epidermis. It also possesses sanitizing and purifying qualities, proving to be an ideal ally for keeping the skin clean and protected from external agents that could alter its balance.
External application facilitates dandruff control, helps balance acne-prone skin and gives firmness to facial and body tissues. Sesame Oil enriches numerous cosmetic formulations, particularly soaps and shampoos.
Hair Benefits
Sesame Oil has an intense softening, moisturizing and detangling action, making hair supple, soft and easy to comb. It brings volume, extreme lightness and a natural shine. On the skin it guarantees a velvety touch.
This oil is traditionally chosen as a natural support for scalp hygiene in the presence of parasites and lice, offering the following benefits:
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Smothering action on lice: Sesame Oil, due to its oily consistency, facilitates the sliding of the comb, promoting the physical elimination of external elements present in the hair and can help smother lice and hinder their mobility, facilitating mechanical removal with the comb.
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Soothing effect on the scalp: rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, it has emollient virtues that provide immediate relief in cases of discomfort, itching and redness due to external agents, pediculosis or intensive treatments.
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Natural sanitizing action: contains active ingredients such as sesamol and sesamin, which are characterized by purifying qualities that keep the scalp in a clean condition.
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Protection of the hair fiber: deeply nourishes the stem and creates a protective shield that improves the vitality of hair under stress or specific treatments.
