Sesame Seed Body Oil 150ml

The Bio Whenua Sesame Seed Body Oil is a rich, soothing body oil inspired by traditional Ayurvedic self-care and made to deeply nourish dry, sensitive, or mature skin. Made from pure, cold-pressed Sesame Seed Oil, this golden body oil is naturally rich in healthy plant fats, antioxidants, and Vitamin E. Used as a comforting pre-shower body massage oil or a daily skin softener, it helps lock in lasting moisture and leaves your skin feeling soft, supple, and naturally glowing without the need for harsh soaps.

Because it is completely water-free, this single-ingredient body oil works by reinforcing your skin's natural lipid barrier (the thin layer of natural oils on the outside of your skin that keeps moisture inside). Cold-pressed Sesame Seed Oil is naturally high in linoleic acid (an Omega-6 fatty acid) and oleic acid (an Omega-9 fatty acid), which soak into dry outer skin cells to soften rough patches and keep your skin flexible. It also contains unique natural plant compounds called sesamol and sesamin alongside natural Vitamin E, which provide daily antioxidant support (helping to protect skin cells from everyday wear and tear caused by sun, wind, and dry air). When massaged onto dry skin before a warm shower, the oil loosens surface dirt while shielding your skin from the drying effects of hot water.

Skincare Ritual & Well-being Applications: In traditional Ayurvedic self-care (known as Abhyanga, the ancient Indian ritual of warm oil self-massage) and plant oil textbooks, cold-pressed Sesame Seed Oil is valued as a warming, grounding oil that comforts dry, tired, or weathered skin [1, 2]. Plant oil guides show that its balanced blend of Omega-6 and Omega-9 fatty acids helps calm dry or flaky skin and supports a smooth, healthy skin barrier [1, 2].

Taking ten minutes before your shower to slowly massage this golden oil over your arms, legs, shoulders, and body is a calm, grounding way to unwind, warm your muscles, and care for your skin [1, 2]. Once you step into the shower, rinsing with warm water leaves a light, breathable layer of moisture on your skin so it feels soft and cared for all day.

Brand: Bio Whenua (by Zurma)

 

Product Type: Cold-Pressed Plant-Based Body & Massage Oil

 

Volume: 150ml

 

Key Botanical Actives: Cold-Pressed Sesame (Sesamum indicum) Seed Oil (naturally rich in Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Sesamol, Sesamin, and Natural Vitamin E)

 

Aroma Profile: Mild, warm, naturally nutty scent coming directly from pure cold-pressed sesame seeds (no essential oils or artificial scents added)

 

Absorption Rate: Medium; glides smoothly over dry skin for easy massage and settles into a soft, protective satin finish after rinsing with warm water

 

Application: Made for pre-shower body massage and daily body moisturising. Before showering, massage generously onto dry skin using long, gentle strokes along your arms and legs and circular motions over your joints. Leave the oil to soak in for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse off in the shower with warm water (no soap is needed unless desired) and pat dry with a towel. Use 2 to 3 times a week, or as often as suits your skin. Can also be applied in small amounts to damp skin right after showering.

 

Dermal Limits & Clinical Safety: Made without added essential oils, soaps, water, or artificial scents, making it an ideal choice for dry, sensitive, or mature skin. Because this pure plant oil contains zero water, bacteria and mould cannot grow in it, so it stays naturally fresh without needing any added preservatives.

 

Storage & Degradation: Thanks to its natural antioxidants (sesamol and sesamin), Sesame Seed Oil is much more stable than many other seed oils. Even so, to keep it fresh, always close the cap tightly after each use and store the bottle in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct sunlight and bathroom heaters.

 

Critical Warnings: For use on the outside of the skin only. Keep out of your eyes. Avoid using if you have a known sesame allergy. Take care when stepping into the shower after applying body oil, as oil on the soles of your feet can make the shower floor slippery. We always recommend testing a small drop of oil on the inside of your arm for 24 hours before using it on a larger area for the first time. If your skin gets red or itchy, stop using it and wash the area with warm water and mild soap.

Sesame Seed Oil* (Sesamum indicum).

The Meaning of Bio Whenua Our brand name, Bio Whenua, translates to Bio = Life and Whenua = Land. Together, they embody the Māori principles of Kaitiakitanga (Sustainability) and Mauri Ora (Good Health). We see ourselves as the living protectors, nurturing the land so that the land may, in turn, nurture us.

At Zurma, we believe everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin. We have gone to great lengths to ensure this body oil is free from:

[1] Parker, S. M. Power of the Seed: Your Guide to Oils for Health & Beauty, 2014.

 

[2] Kusmirek, J. Liquid Sunshine: Vegetable Oils for Aromatherapy, 2002.

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