Maracuja Oil

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Maracuja oil is a natural substance sometimes used as an ingredient in skincare products. Many maracuja oil products are sourced from the seeds of Passiflora incarnata (a plant more commonly known as passionflower), while others are sourced from the seeds of Passiflora edulis (also known as passion fruit).
See also : Passionflower

Special Precautions of Maracuja Oil

Benefits and uses of Maracuja Oil are

Maracuja oil is said to act as an emollient (a substance that increases the skin's hydration). Proponents claim that the oil is a rich source of many substances thought to enhance skin health, including essential fatty acids, minerals, and antioxidants (such as vitamin C). In a study published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition in 2008, for instance, scientists determined that oil extracted from passion fruit seeds contains a high amount of linoleic acid (a type of essential fatty acid that plays a key role in skin function).
When applied to the skin, maracuja oil is a touted as a natural solution for the following skin problems:

  • dry skin
  • inflammation : Also present in safflower and sunflower oils, linoleic acid has been found to reduce inflammation when applied directly to the skin.
  • wrinkles
  • anti-aging : Maracuja oil is also said to act as an anti-aging remedy when applied to the skin. A study published in the journal Molecules in 2011 indicates that passion fruit oil has a high antioxidant activity. Although this study did not look at the skin-protecting effects of maracuja oil, there's some evidence that applying antioxidants to the skin may help fight sun damage (a key contributor to skin aging) and reverse signs of sun damage in the skin.
  • Hair health : In addition, applying maracuja oil to the scalp and/or hair is purported to promote hair growth and treat dry or damaged hair.
  • Some proponents also suggest that using maracuja oil as a massage aid can help ease muscle aches and reduce stress.