Botanical Name | Citrullus Vulgaris |
Common Name | Watermelon, Matsum & Nakai |
Country of Origin | Africa |
Solubility | Not Applicable |
Specific Gravity | 25'125'. 0.9197 |
Optical Rotation | +70.00 to +80.00 |
Refrective Index | 40°C 1.4630 – 1.4670 |
PlantPart | Seed |
Bland With | Watermelon carrier oil is a perfect blend for body or facial oils being effective on greasy skin types. The light texture, moisturizing capabilities and stable shelf life of watermelon seed oil allows it to easily blend with most of the essential oils. |
CAS No | Not Applicable |
Flash Point | Not Applicable |
Extraction Method | Extraction |
Water melon carrier oil is a light, penetrating, emollient oil. It is rich in omega 6 and 9 essential fatty acids. The oil readily absorbs into the skin and dissolves sebum build-up allowing the sebum to wash away. It also balances the moisture in the skin.
The famous traveler name David Livingstone reported that saying, at that time there were a lot of watermelon field at that area. According to him, there was a lot of watermelon plant grow without anybody notice of it taste. Once many people know their healths benefit and have a very good taste, it became popular and the watermelon fields slowly expand to other countries of Africa. However, the first written history of watermelon, it comes from Egypt 5,000 years ago. Watermelons were often place in the burial tombs in order to nourish them afterlife. From Egypt watermelon spread to other countries along Sea of Mediterranean by way of trading ships. Watermelon spread to Europe through Moors people at 13th century.
Color : Yellow color with faint, slightly nutty odor,
Aroma : watermelon fragrance
Omega 6 9 EFAs Linoleic acid (68.3%)
Water melon oil is a preferred base for various cosmetics and hair care products for its non-greasy feel and moisturizing properties. This oil can be used as a natural baby oil and is a good option for a carrier oil in aromatherapy.