Black Sesame Oil | Kala Til, Nalla Nuvvulu

Black Sesame Oil (INCI Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil) is a cold-pressed seed oil balanced between linoleic at 38–48% and oleic at 35–45%. Naturally occurring sesamol and sesamin contribute oxidative stability. Contains sesame.

• Also known as: Black Sesame Seed Oil, Kala Til Oil, Gingelly Oil (black)
• Botanical name: Sesamum indicum
• Plant part used: Seed (black variety)
• INCI name: Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Dark amber to deep brown; Rich, nutty, characteristic sesame
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade · Food-grade
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 24 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (38–48%) — Skin-barrier conditioning, soothing
• Oleic acid (C18:1) (35–45%) — Emollient, deep skin penetration
• Palmitic acid (C16:0) (8–12%) — Skin conditioning and structure
• Stearic acid (C18:0) (3–6%) — Emulsification, skin softening
• Sesamin & Sesamolin (Trace) — Exceptional oxidative stability — natural preservative effect

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base
• The classic Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage base, also used in hair oils, mature-skin-positioned formulations and traditional preparations.

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Black Sesame Oil?
Most buyers use it at 2–10% in emulsions; 10–30% in facial oil serums; 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base. As with any new carrier oil, pilot-test in your specific base before committing to a full production run.

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