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Pomegranate Seed Oil (Punica Granatum Seed Oil)

LEARN > INGREDIENTS > POMEGRANATE SEED OIL

The "jewel of winter” the pomegranate belongs to the Punicaceae family. There are over 500 pomegranate varieties and each have a distinct mix of properties

  1. The 5 Benefits
  2. How it's made
  3. Origin & History
  4. EWG's Skin Deep
  5. Composition
  6. FAQs
  7. Academic References

5 Benefits for the Skin

A unique fatty acid profile makes it a powerful hydrator that stimulates fibroblast cells to boost collagen production.

01 Anti-Aging

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02 Fades Scars and Brightens Skin

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03 Levels Up Your SPF

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04 Firmer, Bouncier Skin

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How it's made

Harvested at their most ripe the arils (seed pods) the individual seeds are then extracted and dried to remove moisture.

The seeds are then cold pressed; a mechanical process where the seeds are pressed under high pressure without heat - this method preserves the oil's natural nutrients, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. The extracted oil is then filtered to remove any impurities.

Origin & History

Native to Iran and India [...]

Around 3.5 million tonnes of pommegranates are produced each year with leading producers India, Iran, China and the USA.

EWG's Skin Deep®

Independntly certified

rate ingredients on a scale of 1 to 10 - with one being the best.

EWG award pomegranate seed oil a best-in-class score of 1 based on a weight-of-evidence approach that factors in all of the hazards or health impacts associated with the ingredients.

See full write-up here.

Composition

Vitamins A & K: [...]

Punicic Acid: [...]

Linoleic Acid: [...]

Oleic Acid: [...]

Palmitic Acid: [...]

Stearic Acid: [...]

Gadoleic Acid: a monounsaturated fatty acid it mimics the skin's natural sebum it maintains skin moisture enhancing elasticity, softness, and reduces the appearance of fine lines.

Tannins: [...]

Ellagic Acid: [...]

Anthocyanins: [...]

FAQs

Does pomegranate seed oil clog pores?

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Is pomegranate seed oil good for acne?

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Is pomegranate seed oil good for dry skin?

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Can pomegranate seed oil cause allergic reactions?

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Is Pomegranate Seed Oil good for hair?

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Is Pomegranate Seed Oil good for the body?

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Academic References

In the same way our formulations are backed by dilligent and cited reseach so was this article. The following academic papers have been used to compile this content:

  1. A Review Study on Punica granatum L
  2. Physical and Chemical Properties of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Fruit in
    Maturation Stage
  3. Fruit Oils: Chemistry and Functionality