INCI Name
Nigella Sativa (Blac...
Functions
4 Roles
Sustainability
8/10
Category
emollients
What It Does
This specialized botanical blend combines cold-pressed Nigella sativa seed oil, prized for its thymoquinone content and traditional use in Middle Eastern skincare, with Boswellia carterii resin extract, which contributes boswellic acids known for their soothing properties. The infusion process allows the frankincense resin's bioactive compounds to dissolve into the black seed oil's rich fatty acid matrix (primarily linoleic and oleic acids), creating a synergistic ingredient valued for both its emollient properties and its traditional association with skin calming applications. Formulators select this combination for premium natural formulations seeking the documented benefits of both botanicals in a single oil-based ingredient.
Technical Properties
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
neutral
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
none
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
Nigella sativa seeds and Boswellia carterii resin
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil (and) Boswellia Carterii (Frankincense) Resin Extract
- Common Name
- Black Seed Oil (Frankincense Infused)
- Category
- emollients
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