Black cumin (Nigella sativa L.)


Updated 30 January 2024

Botanical characteristics

  • Botanical family: Ranunculaceae
  • Country of origin: Egypt
  • Distilled part: seeds
  • Production process: first cold pressing
  • Latin name: Nigella sativa L.

Comedogenicity index: 1 (= low comedogenic)

Properties

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-infective
  • Hepatoprotector, digestive protector
  • Bronchodilator
  • Immunostimulant
  • Skin regenerator
  • Antioxidant

Precautions

HOW TO USE

Cutaneous

Oral

AUTHORISED USERS

 Adults and adolescents

 Children under 6 years

 Pregnant and breastfeeding women

 Infants under 3 years old

STORAGE

Store preferably in a cool place, away from light and heat.

Safety precautions

It is advisable to dilute Nigella oil in another vegetable oil for use on more sensitive skin.

Orally, start by taking a few drops to get your digestive system used to it.

You can also dilute Nigella oil in another edible oil (e.g. rapeseed, olive, hazelnut).

Indications