Sesame Oil - 100ml

Do you know anything about sesame? Its tiny seeds are well known. They're found in cereal bars and in many cakes, especially oriental ones! They can also be found on burger buns, to give them an even more attractive appearance... you know what we're talking about !

But sesame, whose seeds are smaller than linseed, is also available in oil.

Don't wait any longer to discover the unexpected benefits of sesame oil !

Sesame oil: a look back at a seed that has been used for over 5,000 years

Sesamum indicum, or Sesamum orientale, is a member of the Pedaliaceae botanical family. The precise origin of sesame remains somewhat unclear. Traces dating back more than 3,300 years are said to have been found in Mesopotamia. There is also talk of an Indian origin, hence its name "indicum".

It would be more accurate to say that sesame originated in Africa and then spread to Asia. It is one of the oldest cultivated plants, dating back to 2500 BC. Today, sesame is grown mainly in China, India, Central America and the Arabian Gulf.

Sesame oil's main use is in Ayurveda. Where it was used in the composition of pain-relieving remedies.

The sesame oil we offer is light in colour, ranging from pale yellow to golden yellow. It has a very fluid texture, making it a cosmetic that penetrates the skin easily.

Composition of sesame oil

Sesame oil contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids (palmitic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, etc.).

But also :

- Unsaponifiable matter (sesamine, sesamol, sesaminol) ;

- Vitamin E ;

- Provitamins A and B ;

- Beta-sitosterol ;

- Campesterol

The composition of sesame oil can vary greatly depending on the extraction process. We therefore recommend choosing a 100% natural, cold-pressed, virgin sesame oil. Like our Tameem sesame oil.

Cosmetic sesame oil and edible sesame oil: is there a difference ?

To extract sesame oil, you first need to harvest the capsules containing the sesame seeds. There are two ways of doing this:

- Toast the sesame seeds: the resulting oil will be dark, with a very pronounced aroma. Reminiscent of the delicious aromas of walnuts.

- Leave the seeds white: they will then be cold-pressed without roasting. The sesame oil will be much clearer, with a very light fragrance. This is the method used to obtain sesame oil for cosmetic use.

All the benefits of sesame oil

Here are the benefits of natural sesame oil:

- It is an oil that regulates the appetite, a bit like fenugreek, or chia seeds, which are satiating ;

- Its high fibre content makes it a useful oil against constipation ;

- On the skin, it soothes itching and irritation (psoriasis, eczema, flaking...) ;

- As a massage oil, it soothes rheumatism and joint pain ;

- Just like theblack cumin oil, this oil is beneficial against cholesterol ;

- It is recommended for the prevention of cardiovascular disorders ;

- Sesame oil is beneficial for memory and concentration ;

- As a cosmetic, it is useful for the beauty of nails and hair ;

- Very rich in antioxidants, it helps protect the skin from external aggression. UV rays in particular. It also helps the skin regenerate more easily and slows down the ageing of its cells ;

- Mature skin will find sesame oil an effective anti-ageing ally, as withargan oil

- This natural cosmetic provides the skin with intense hydration and restores its suppleness.

Using sesame oil every day

There are lots of ways to use your sesame oil! Depending on the quality of your oil, whether for food or cosmetics, you can make the most of it every day.

Cosmetic use

- Mouthwash: as surprising as it may seem, this oil is useful for fighting inflammation and bacteria. Take a tablespoon of sesame oil and swish it around in your mouth for around 15 minutes. Spit it out, then rinse your mouth !

- Massage oil: sesame oil is often used as a base for making your own massage oil. You can also mix it with mint oil to create a highly effective pain-relieving treatment.

- For hair beauty: thanks to its invigorating action, sesame oil is the perfect ally for dull, lifeless hair. It also acts as an anti-dandruff agent.

In general, our Tamem sesame oil will be an ingredient of choice in your homemade preparations! It's ideal for moisturising creams. An anti-wrinkle night cream, mixed with the exceptionalprickly pear oil for example !

Food use

Sesame oil is delicious as a salad dressing. It can also be used to replace vegetable oil in cakes.

It's a delicate oil that's also great with grilled meat, bringing an exotic flavour to your dishes.

It can also be used as frying oil !

Conservation

This oil keeps very well. It is advisable to keep it in a dark place at room temperature.

Be aware, however, that sesame oil tends to solidify below 15 degrees.

Precautions

Sesame oil is a very gentle oil. It may even be suitable for babies' fragile skin. However, it is best avoided by children and pregnant women. Because of its low risk of skin reaction.

People allergic to sesame may also be allergic to its oil when applied to the skin. Please carry out a test in the crease of the elbow.

All the information in this article is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We are not responsible for any misuse of the oil.

Please consult a doctor if you have any health-related questions.