The passion flower is native to the Amazon and other tropical regions of North and South America. Many botanical species of passion flower exist. Passion flower from the species Passiflora incarnata is a long, woody vine that produces beautiful, exquisite flowers and a delicious, nourishing fruit. Each vine reaches an average length of about 50 meters.
The passion flower has been used medicinally for hundreds of years, and its benefits are scientifically documented. It is most widely known for its sedative, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-spasmodic properties.
Passionfruit Seed Oil, Passiflora incarnata , also known as Passionfruit Oil or Maracuja Oil , is a superior emollient rich in vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus. The high content of essential fatty acids and light texture of Maracuja Oil (Passionfruit Oil) makes it a valuable contribution to a wide array of personal care products intended to nourish the skin and treat dry skin conditions. Maracuja Oil is highly recommended in scalp and hair care products to encourage healthy hair growth and increased vitality. Maracuja Oil is calming and sedating, and is suitable for inclusion in bath care products and products intended to promote relaxation. Its anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic and sedative properties make it the oil of choice for use in massage applications and formulations intended to ease muscular aches and swelling.
Maracuja Oil (Passionfruit Seed Oil) Properties:
High in Essential Fatty Acids
Linoleic Acid: 77.0%
Oleic Acid: 12.0%
Palmitic Acid: 8.0%
Stearic Acid: 2.0%
Linolenic Acid: 1.0%
Reported Properties
Sedative / Nervine
Antidepressant
Analgesic
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-spasmodic / Anti-convulsant
Disinfectant
Vermifuge
Light in Texture
Non-greasy
Easily Absorbed
Maracuja Oil (Passionfruit Seed Oil) is a highly recommended ingredient in products for:
Mature, Aging Skin
Dry, Cracked Skin and Other Skin Conditions
General Skin Care
Dry, Brittle and Damaged Hair
Lip Care
Muscular Aches and Swelling
Massage
Relaxation
Insomnia
Origin: BrazilINCI: Passiflora incarnata (Passionfruit) Seed OilExtraction Method:
Cold Pressed and Refined Shelf Life: 1 Year +NAOH SAP Value: 0.137 (converted to ounces) KOH SAP Value: 0.193 (converted to ounces)
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Customer Ratings and Reviews Average Rating:
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Overall rating:
5 out of 5
Reviewed by: Laura
Posted: Friday, April 19, 2013
Location: Shelton, CT This product is great and is usually hard to find. Glad FNWL had the items I was looking for.
Overall rating:
5 out of 5
Reviewed by: Keisha
Posted: Sunday, March 10, 2013
Location: Helper, UT I really enjoy Maracua Oil an addition to my balm. It absorbs nicely into the skin. I look forward to purchasing this in much higher volume!
Overall rating:
4 out of 5
Reviewed by: Andis
Posted: Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Location: Wimborne, UK
Overall rating:
3 out of 5
Reviewed by: Wuk
Posted: Wednesday, September 05, 2012
Location: San Mateo, CA The oil absorbs easily just like the argan oil. However, its not as greaseless as the argan. The scent is like a rancid almond oil. I will think about purchasing this oil again.
Total Number of Ratings Left: 16
