10.25.21
An ancient product used extensively in Middle Eastern and ayurvedic traditions is currently available to formulation chemists in organic and conventional versions from Extracts-Unlimited, LLC. – black cumin seed oil (nigella sativa seed oil).
Already well-known in the nutritional supplement market as an aid to boosting immunity and assisting in controlling blood sugar, black cumin seed oil and flour have gained a significant following amongst knowledgeable consumers during the Covid pandemic. Clinical studies point to the effectiveness in combatting viral attack and building bodily immunity.
Thymoquinone – a powerful phytochemical with unique anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties – is the main bioactive in black cumin seed oil. For topical applications, skin and hair, black cumin seed oil would provide anti-reddening, soothing and emollient properties.
Unlike other higher-cost offerings on the market, black cumin seed oil is economical to use as the sole emollient system or together with other oils such as jojoba oil.
Extracts-Unlimited, LLC., has acquired and gained from many natural and plant-based materials that were first utilized in the nutraceutical area. A few examples that immediately stand out are the group of Vitamins C, D, and E, as well as many botanical extracts and oils such as aloe vera, green tea, chamomile and among others. These are “cross-over” ingredients, which cross over from ingestible to topical usage.
Extracts-Unlimited LLC supplies all versions of black cumin seed oil and flour (ground seed), from local inventory.