Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil è un prodotto di origine naturale che proviene dai semi dell'albero di Moringa Oleifera, appartenente alla famiglia botanica delle Moringaceae, spesso chiamato "albero del rafano" o "albero della bacchetta".
Industrial Production Process
- Seed Harvesting: Moringa Oleifera seeds are collected from the plant's pods, which grow in tropical and subtropical regions. Harvesting occurs when the pods turn brown and open, indicating the seeds' maturity.
- Seed Preparation: After harvesting, the seeds are cleaned to remove impurities and the outer shell. This step is crucial to ensure the purity and quality of the extracted oil.
- Oil Extraction: Oil is extracted from Moringa Oleifera seeds through cold pressing or solvent extraction methods. Cold pressing is the preferred method to preserve the oil's natural nutrients and antioxidants, avoiding the use of heat and chemical solvents.
- Filtration and Purification: The extracted oil is filtered to remove any solid seed residues and purified to eliminate impurities. This process can include decanting, filtration, and centrifugation.
- Quality Control: Moringa Oleifera seed oil undergoes rigorous quality control checks to verify its purity, lipid profile, antioxidant content, and the absence of contaminants. These tests can include spectroscopic analyses, chromatographic analyses, and acidity tests.
Moringa oleifera seed oil is typically a viscous liquid ranging in color from light brown to green.
What it is for and where
Medical
Traditionally, Moringa seeds have been used to treat edema, arthritis, epilepsy and other health problems.
Phytochemical analysis found beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, and polyphenols with antioxidant activity (1), lecithin with antibacterial activity (2), and the ethyl acetate fraction showed strong anti-inflammatory activity (3).
Cosmetics
Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.
Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
CAS 93165-54-9
EC number 296-941-1
Commercial Applications
Cosmetic Products. Moringa seed oil is widely used in cosmetics for its excellent moisturizing and nourishing properties. It is a popular ingredient in face creams, body lotions, body oils, and hair care products, where it helps to nourish, hydrate, and protect the skin and hair, leaving them soft and radiant.
Dietary Supplements. Due to its high content of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, moringa seed oil is also used as a dietary supplement to promote overall health, support cardiovascular health, and strengthen the immune system.
Skin Care. Moringa oil is valued for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making it effective in treating skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis. It also helps to improve the appearance of scars and combat signs of aging.
Hair Health. Used in hair oils and scalp treatments, moringa seed oil helps to strengthen the hair, promote growth, and prevent dandruff, thanks to its nourishing properties and its ability to deeply moisturize.
Medicinal Uses. In traditional medicine, moringa seed oil has been used for its potential antioxidant, antidiabetic, and antihypertensive properties, contributing to the treatment of various health conditions.
