Usage Instructions: Use it primarily for seasoning soups and salads. Skincare - Used for massage of kids, which improves and retains skin moisture. - Sesame oil also has a moderately low rating on the comedogenic scale. This unofficial database ranks different oils and butters by their pore-clogging properties. The scale ranges from zero to five.
A rating of zero means that an oil won’t clog your pores, while a rating of five means that it will.
According to a 1989 study published in the Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, refined sesame oil has a comedogenic rating of one, and unrefined sesame oil has a rating of three. Non-comedogenic oils, like sesame oil, are good options for many types of skin.
Because non-comedogenic oils don’t clog pores, sesame oil may work well on acne-prone skin. Sesame oil’s anti-inflammatory properties may also add to its acne-fighting abilities, although there’s currently no scientific data to back this up.
Sesame oil is safe for most people to use. Since any substance can cause a reaction, especially if you have sensitive skin, it’s a good idea to do a patch test prior to using.
Follow these steps to do a patch test:
Wash and dry the upper part of your inner arm, near your elbow.
Apply a small amount of sesame oil to the area with a clean cotton ball.
Cover for 24 hours with a gauze pad.
If you feel tingling or itching, remove the gauze pad, wash the area, and discontinue use of the oil.
If you feel no sensation, leave the gauze pad on for the full 24 hours and then remove.
If your skin looks and feels clear, you’re probably not allergic or sensitive to the oil, and can use it freely on your skin.
If you have a sesame allergy, don’t use sesame oil.
How to use
Sesame oil isn’t an essential oil, so it doesn’t need to be diluted prior to use.
Try to find sesame oil that’s free of other ingredients and chemicals. Read the product label to find out if the oil is pure, or if it has anything else added to it.
You can use sesame oil liberally on your skin for massage and for moisturizing purposes.
If you use sesame oil for acne or acne scars, dab it onto the affected area with a cotton ball, and leave it on overnight. You may want to exfoliate your skin first to remove dead skin cells and debris. This may help the oil absorb more easily into your skin.
3) Sesame oil adds a delicious and nutty flavor to a wide variety of dishes. It’s a popular ingredient in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
There are several varieties of this oil, each offering a slightly different flavor and aroma.
Unrefined sesame is light in color, offers a nutty flavor, and is best used when cooking at a low to medium heat. Refined sesame oil, which is more processed, has a neutral flavor and is best for deep- or stir-frying.
Toasted sesame oil has a deep brown color and delicate flavor that makes it best suited for dressings and marinades.
Here are easy dishes in which you can add sesame oil into your diet:
stir-fries sesame noodles marinades for meat or fish vinaigrettes sauces or dips
Storage Instructions: Transfer contents to an airtight container after opening. Store it in fridge to prevent it from getting rancid.
Packaging Details: In our commitment to being eco-friendly, we pack our oils in glass bottles.
How it benefits the environment: Sesame is a versatile crop with unique attributes to fit almost any cropping system. When rotated with other crops, it reduces nematodes in the soil. Sesame adds beneficial residue within the whole soil profile, resulting in improved tillage and topsoil properties.
Shelf Life: 6 to 9 months
Certifications: USDA, Jaivik Bharat, Organic NOP & NPOP, FSSAI
