KALAHARI MELON SEED OIL
INCI: CITRULLUS LANATUS SEED OIL
EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH IN VITAMIN E & OMEGA 3
STABLE COMPOSITION
EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH IN VITAMIN E & OMEGA 3
Our Kalahari Melon Oil contains 70% Essential Fatty Acids and up to 2,800 mg/kg Vitamin E. Therefore, these components gives this natural ingredient endless possibilities for formulating high quality cosmetics and personal care products. However, it’s the stability of the oil that makes it truly unique. As a result it can withstand heating during formulation and oxidation over time. This is what makes it an incredibly versatile and resilient ingredient for use in formulation.
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Contains 68% omega 6 essential fatty acids, fostering moisture and restructuring.
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The high sterol component preserves the skin barrier.
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Abundant phytosterols contribute to soothing and protection.
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Long-term formulation stability ensures effectiveness across skincare products.
The Plant
History
Ecological Impact
Community Impact
The Kalahari melon, native to Southern Africa's arid regions, is a resilient fruit that thrives in harsh conditions like those of the Kalahari Desert. It has pale yellow skin and bitter flesh. Indigenous to the Kalahari, the melon is valued especially for its seeds, which yield oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, commonly used in traditional skincare.
Culturally, the Kalahari melon has deep-rooted significance; its seeds are a skincare staple, and its flesh, though bitter, can be processed to extract water in survival situations. It is a symbol of adaptability and resilience, embodying the spirit of the challenging environment in which it grows.
Ecologically, the melon is a key part of its desert ecosystem, providing food for various animals and aiding in seed dispersion. It also helps combat desertification by growing in nutrient-poor soils. Through its diverse roles, the Kalahari melon stands as a testament to resilience and ecological balance in one of the world's most demanding landscapes.
Our Kalahari Melon Seed Oil is truly sustainable, meaning its production has minimal impact on the environment. It is indigenous to our region, and as it evolved in the desert it needs very little water to survive, or even thrive! Furthermore, it grows well far away from forests and food crops, in areas where other traditional crops struggle to grow. It produces one crop per year with a broad harvest window, so production can scale quickly in line with the beauty industry’s demand. balance.
COLD-PRESSED
SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED
