Black Cumin Seed Oil

Black cumin seed oil is a carrier oil pressed from the seeds of Nigella Sativa. It is comprised mostly of linoleic acid (~50%) and oleic acid (~20%).

Nigella Sativa Seed Oil

Dark yellowy-orange liquid

Up to 100%

Smooth, velvetty oil

Distinctly peppery

Average

-5°C (23°F)

Oil

Black cumin seed oil is popular for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties—it’s very popular for irritated skin and has been shown to be helpful in the treatment of eczema and acne.

No

I’d recommend unrefined.

Excellent anti-inflammatory properties—it’s a great choice for products for irritated skin.

You might not be a big fan of the scent.

According to Modern Cosmetics black cumin seed oil is very unique; they state there is “no suitable substitute”. I would probably choose something like evening primrose oil if a substitution was required.

Include it in the oil phase of your recipes; it can be hot or cold processed, but if you can avoid heating it that’s probably best.

Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, black cumin seed oil should last at least one to two years. I recommend storing it in the fridge.

Black cumin seed oil contains two fatty acids we rarely see—arachidic acid and behenic acid, both at about 1%.

100mL (3.3 fl oz)

 Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier.