Conventional Kalahari Melon Seed Oil – Cold Pressed, High Vitamin E, Linoleic Acid

Product Details

• Conventional Kalahari Melon Seed Oil – Cold Pressed

  Product Name: Conventional Kalahari Melon Seed Oil (Citrullus lanatus)Grade: Conventional, Cold-Pressed, Pure, UnrefinedOrigin: South Africa

  Product DescriptionOur Conventional Kalahari Melon Seed Oil is a cold-pressed, pure oil extracted from the seeds of the indigenous Kalahari Melon. Naturally lightweight, stable, and fast-absorbing, it is highly valued in cosmetic and personal care formulations for its ability to hydrate, condition, and restore skin and hair without leaving a greasy residue.

  Composition & Benefits

  • ~70% Linoleic Acid (Omega-6) – restores skin barrier, balances sebum, improves hydration.
  • Oleic, Palmitic & Stearic Acids – provide nourishment and emolliency.
  • Natural Vitamin E (>2,700 mg/kg) – strong antioxidant activity, oxidative stability, and anti-aging support.
  • Non-comedogenic – suitable for oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin.
  • Strengthens and conditions hair and scalp, reduces frizz, and restores shine.

  Applications

  • Skin Care: Moisturizers, serums, facial oils, anti-aging products.
  • Hair Care: Shampoos, conditioners, scalp oils, frizz-control treatments.
  • Body Care: Lotions, balms, massage oils.

  Technical Specifications (Typical values)

  • Peroxide Value: <7.0 meq/kg oil
  • Acid Value: <5.0 mg KOH/g oil
  • Free Fatty Acids: <2.5% (oleic)
  • Saponification Value: 170 – 210 mg KOH/g oil
  • Iodine Value: 120 – 160
  • Relative Density: 0.910 – 0.926 at 20°C
  • Refractive Index: 1.46 – 1.49 at 20°C

  Traceability & QualityEvery batch is produced by African Origins Farming (Pty) Ltd in South Africa under strict quality controls, with third-party laboratory Certificates of Analysis (COAs) available to ensure transparency and buyer confidence.

  Packaging Options

  • 4.5 kg jerrycans
  • 23–25 kg polytainers
  • 180–200 kg food-grade drums