Malkangni Seed Oil

Malkangni Oil (Jyotishmati) is a cold-pressed seed oil with oleic acid at 30–45% and linoleic at 25–35%. A classical Ayurvedic preparation and one of the few carrier oils with a traditional internal-use history, though supplied here for topical formulation.

• Also known as: Malkangni Oil, Jyotishmati Oil, Intellect Tree Oil, Staff Tree Oil
• Botanical name: Celastrus paniculatus
• Plant part used: Seed
• INCI name: No common ingredient name listed in the EU glossary (Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/677)
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Golden to amber yellow; Characteristic, warm, slightly pungent
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 12–18 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Oleic acid (C18:1) (30–45%) — Emollient, skin penetration
• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (25–35%) — Skin-barrier conditioning
• Palmitic acid (C16:0) (15–22%) — Skin conditioning and protective barrier
• Celastrol & Sesquiterpene alkaloids (actives) (Trace) — Traditionally used in Ayurvedic nervine oil preparations

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base
• Common applications: Ayurvedic scalp and hair oils and traditional Ayurvedic preparations.

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Malkangni Seed 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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