Black Cumin Seed Oil
Black cumin seed oil – also known as black, black onion, nigella, and black coriander seed oil, kala jeera, or kalongi – is derived from Nigella sativa seeds. This annual flowering plant is native to Southeast Asia and is considered an all-around medicinal oil.
The rich, dark amber-colored oil with a spicy aroma is known as an antioxidant and a potential anti-inflammatory with antimicrobial properties. Its possible health benefits include immune and digestive support, respiratory health, hair care, and skin care for conditions such as acne and eczema. It’s also a valued culinary oil.
The Versatile Potential of Black Cumin Seed Oil
Black cumin seed’s active ingredients – thymoquinone, carvacrol, and nigellidine – are ideal for asthma and dandruff, strengthening hair, and treating sensitive and inflamed skin. The oil’s high concentration of antioxidant composites and polyunsaturated fatty acids are also deeply hydrating, locking in moisture, restoring the skin, and promoting elasticity. It is also non-comodogenic.
As a result, the Black Cumin Seed Oil market is estimated at $21.3 Billion USD in 2024. It is anticipated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% to reach $36.11 Billion USD by 20321. North America represents around 30% of demand2. Cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications drive growth. It’s also boosted by the popularity of Middle Eastern cuisines such as soups, curries, meat, and vegetable dishes, where the oil is favored for its slightly earthy yet spicy flavor.
Following the recent global pandemic, a surge in consumer health concerns has come with an ever-increasing demand for healthier, more natural ingredients and cleaner labels. Hence, as awareness of the application benefits and distinct peppery potential of black cumin seed oil increases, so will demand for products featuring the substance.
Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, and Self Care Applications
The abundance of unsaturated fatty acids in these tiny black seeds offers the most significant benefit of black seed cumin oil. Substantial quantities of antioxidants, linoleic, and oleic acids provide therapeutic and medicinal outcomes. Advantages are leveraged in skin care, hair care, perfumes, and supplements for general health. The oil may even assist in weight loss, treating diabetes, and lowering cholesterol.
Black cumin seed oil can be used for various applications or as a botanical ingredient or carrier oil in essential oils, lotions, creams, masks, hair products, or cosmetics.
Functional Food and Beverage Applications
Black cumin seed oil offers a healthy, all-natural opportunity within the growing categories of functional food and beverages. This wellness ingredient that also provides novel and exotic flavor and aroma profiles is prompting innovation in everyday products, including energy bars, teas, and smoothies.
How Is Black Cumin Seed Oil Extracted?
Nigella sativa grows cultivated and wild in western Asia and commercially farmed in the Middle East, Egypt, and India. Post harvesting, the dried nigella seeds go through a meticulous process to become healthful, unique-tasting black cumin seed oil. They are mechanically cold-pressed or steam-distilled at low temperatures to preserve the seed’s valuable bioactive compounds. The yield is then filtered, refined, and packaged.
Black cumin seed oil is currently not FDA-regulated. To ensure purity and sustainability, manufacturers should look for reputable producers who offer third-party tested therapeutic and food-grade extracts. They should also demonstrate sourcing and production responsibility and display relevant documentation and organic certifications.
Then, choose compatible odor, taste, and masking ingredients to complete your formulation with appealing or palatable fragrance, flavor, and aroma profiles.
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1 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/unveiling-future-trends-black-seed-oil-industry-ikrif
2 https://www.industryarc.com/Report/17823/black-cumin-seed-oil-market.html