BLACK SEED OIL

People have used the tiny black seeds of the fruits of N. sativa as a natural remedy for thousands of years

They come from Nigella sativa, a small plant with pale purple, blue, or white flowers that grows in Eastern Europe, Western Asia, and the Middle East.

Black seed oil contains thymoquinone, which is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory beneficial for people with the following skin conditions:

• Eczema: According to a small-scale 2013 study comparing the therapeutic benefits of N. sativa with those of prescription medications, black seed oil can reduce the severity of hand eczema
• Acne: Research suggests that the antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects of black seed oil can improve acne
• Psoriasis: A 2012 study on mice suggests that the oil may also have antipsoriatic benefits