Sesame oil, also known as gingelly or til oil, is extracted from sesame seeds. It plays a prominent role in Asian cuisine and is also an alternative medicine. MESMARA's cold-pressed sesame oil is pale yellow, hot-processed sesame oils have darker shades and markedly a different flavour. It contains a higher proportion of fatty acids than sesame oil obtained from heated seeds. In addition, the sesamolin content of cold-pressed sesame oil protects it from oxidation and, therefore, increases its shelf-life. MESMARA sesame oil is rich in vitamins E and B and contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. The essential fatty acids in it helps to maintain the integrity of skin tissue while restructuring and moisturising the skin. This oil effectively repairs damaged hair and prevents hair loss. When massaged into the scalp, it enhances the hair's volume, shine and strength. It is an excellent emollient and if used in dilution with other carrier oils, it is a popular massage and aromatherapy carrier oil. It will not stain sheets.

Extraction: MESMARA Sesame oil is extracted by simply crushing the sesame seeds using a wooden press, which makes it a cold pressed oil.

Features and Benefits:

• 100% pure cold pressed sesame oil; Hexane-free extraction; Extracted from the best sesame seeds through cold pressing method to preserve the botanical actives
• The high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids in MESMARA cold-pressed sesame oil makes it useful in controlling hypertension. These fatty acids are not the only constituents of the oil helpful in reducing blood pressure. Furthermore, sesamin inhibits the production and absorption of cholesterol and, therefore, contributes to overall cardiac health
• Cold-pressed sesame oil is known in Ayurvedic practice as the healing oil. When applied topically to the skin or hair, its antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties provide protective, nourishing and detoxifying effects on stressed and damaged skin
• Sesame oil also rejuvenates the skin and prevents premature ageing. It is especially useful for dry and damaged skins as well as in the treatment of sunburn, skin allergies, chemical burns, eczema, rosacea, dry hair and dandruff
• As a grounding and deeply nourishing massage oil, sesame oil is traditionally applied before or after bathing to nurture and hydrate the skin and hair
• Unlike the darker sesame oil obtained from roasted sesame seeds, MESMARA cold-pressed sesame oil has a higher smoke point and can be used for deep-frying. Even then, it should be heated carefully to preserve its mild, nutty flavor and maintain its concentration of vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids

About the Brand: MESMARA is a family owned company which makes pure essential oils and natural products from the best of ingredients. It believes in the need for better health and lifestyle alternatives. MESMARA's passion to cater healthy and natural products has evolved into a commitment to helping others. Known for its 100 percent pure, natural therapeutic grade premium essential oils and other natural products, MESMARA is believes in providing products that are of high quality.