MARULA OIL
INCI: SCLEROCARYA BIRREA SEED OIL
MARULA OIL IS A FREE RADICAL SCAVENGER THAT INCREASES HYDRATION & SMOOTHNESS
MARULA OIL HAS A
STABLE COMPOSITION
EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH IN OMEGA 6
Marula Oil is known for its stability in application, free radical scavenger functionality, and ability to increase hydration & smoothness.
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Marula Oil is made from the cold pressing of Sclerocarya birrea seeds from the Anacardiaceae family. The oil is yellow to pink in colour with a slightly fruity odour.
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Abundant in antioxidants, supporting skin health.
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Enriched with nurturing omega fatty acids.
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Diminishes redness, providing relief from inflammation.
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Penetrates deeply with high omega 9 oleic acid, benefiting both skin and hair.
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Seals in moisture through its high steric acid content, ensuring lasting hydration.
The Plant
History
Ecological Impact
Community Impact -
Wild Harvesting
The Marula tree, also known as the 'Elephant Tree,' is native to southern Africa and can live for 200 years. Its grey bark and green canopy are distinctive. The tree's fruit is high in vitamin C and used for jams, juices, and Amarula liqueur. The kernels yield beneficial oil for skincare.
Valued by local communities, the Marula tree is a focal point for social events and ceremonies, often related to fertility. It also holds spiritual significance and is protected by ancestral spirits in some myths.
Ecologically important, the Marula tree provides food and shelter for various wildlife, including elephants. It attracts eco-tourists and faces challenges from habitat loss and overharvesting, highlighting the need for conservation.
In Eswatini, the marula tree is more than just a source of fruit; it's a cultural cornerstone and a vehicle for economic upliftment in rural communities. Harvesting marula fruits offers these communities supplemental income, as the fruits are coveted in the nutraceutical and cosmetic industries for their rich vitamin C content and essential fatty acids.
Beyond economic gains, the practice strengthens social bonds, as families often harvest together in a communal effort. Importantly, the commercial value of the marula fruit encourages sustainable harvesting practices, driving both environmental conservation and community investment. Marula harvesting in Eswatini transcends mere commerce; it fosters social cohesion and sustainable development, all while incentivising the protection of an indigenous tree deeply woven into the country's cultural and environmental fabric.
COLD-PRESSED
ORGANIC
SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED
