Pomegranate Seed Oil

INCI Name

Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil

Botanical Name

Punica granatum

Pomegranate seed oil is a nutrient-dense, cold-pressed oil from Punica granatum seeds. Rich in punicic acid (omega-5) and tocopherols, it delivers a nourishing, protective feel that supports skin’s natural barrier. Highly emollient yet easily absorbed, it is valued in serums, creams, and balms for mature and sensitive skin.

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Primary Function
Carrier Oil
Add'l Function
Antioxidant
Emollient
Scent Profile
Earthy
Mildly Sweet
Slightly Nutty
Is It Natural?
Natural (Cold-Pressed)
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Skin Type Suitability

All
Mature
Dry
Sensitive
Normal
Combination
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Emollient, antioxidant, skin-conditioning agent, skin barrier support

Product Type(s):

Oil
Serum
Lotion
Cream
Balm
Butter
Mask
Hydrating Product
General Use

Typical Usage Range:

1–10% (commonly blended; up to 100% for targeted applications)

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Supportive Qualities

Rich in punicic acid, provides nourishing feel, helps support skin’s barrier, traditionally used for skin and hair care

Primary Components:

Punicic acid (omega-5), oleic acid, linoleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, tocopherols (vitamin E), phytosterols

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Important to Know

Prone to oxidation; store refrigerated or cool and dark; patch test recommended

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Cold-pressed

Prefer cold-pressed, organic, unrefined; confirm recent pressing; choose dark glass packaging; verify authenticity

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.