Pomegranate Seed Oil

Standard of Production/Certification: Organic Extraction Method: Cold Pressed Processing Type: Unrefined Country of Origin: China This luxurious and bioactive oil, derived from the seeds of pomegranates (aka, the fruit of paradise), is pale yellow to golden yellow in color. Organic unrefined pomegranate seed oil is a highly sought-out oil for inclusion in skin and hair care products because of its high concentration of antioxidants (including Vitamin C, ellagic acid, and bioflavonoids), polyunsaturated fatty acids (primarily, conjugated punicic acid), and anti-fungal properties. The vitamin C in pomegranate seed oil works to gently slough away dead skin cells (promoting a brighter, clearer complexion) and facilitate collagen production (which helps to achieve a tighter, more supple, and youthful-looking skin). The ellagic acid component of pomegranate seed oil has been shown in studies to prevent the breakdown of collagen and attenuate UV-B induced toxicity in human skin cells. This pr