Sesame is considered to be the oldest oilseed crop known to humanity. Primarily found in parts of Africa, they are also present in some parts of India. Sesame oil is highly nutritious and lubricating in nature. It is enriched with essential vitamins like E, B complex, D and minerals like calcium, phosphorus and some proteins that helps in the strengthening of hair. As a nutrient source. Sesame oil is rich in essential fatty acids like linoleic acid and palmitic acids. It is linoleic acid that gives both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Sesame oil is filled with ingredients that are capable of providing a nice and silky texture for your skin. Presence of fatty acids along with linoleic acid makes them an effective moisturizer for skin.
They are also rich in vitamin E, D and B complex which makes them effective enough to reduce scars and other rashes on the skin. They have high amount of viscosity and this particular property makes them good for massaging, they are capable of penetrating deep into the pores of skin. This penetrative power helps the oil to work from inside the surface of skin and thereby regulating the circulation of blood. Another exciting feature of sesame oil is that they can slow down the pace of skin aging. They prevent the skin cells from oxidation and improves skin rejuvenation. They have an antioxidant known as sesamol that prevents the appearances of wrinkles and small pores in skin. Apart from slowing down the aging process, sesame oil is also capable of providing a glowing skin.
Sesame oil has so many natural antifungal and antibacterial properties and is a key base oil in most of our Ayurveda inspired hair-care & skin-care range. Explore today!
