What it is
Punica Granatum Seed Oil is a plant oil obtained by pressing pomegranate seeds and is distinctive for its high content of punicic acid, a conjugated linolenic fatty acid. In sunscreens and skincare it functions as an emollient and conditioning oil that softens skin and improves spreadability and finish. It also contributes minor antioxidant character from its naturally occurring constituents.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated as a facial oil. As an unsaturated plant oil it can oxidize over time, so well-preserved formulations are preferable; rancid oil may be more irritating. Comedogenicity is generally regarded as low to moderate, and individuals very prone to clogged pores may prefer to monitor their response.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, cold-pressed or expressed from the seeds of the pomegranate, Punica granatum.
Questions everyone asks
What makes pomegranate seed oil notable?
It is rich in punicic acid, an unusual conjugated fatty acid, and is used as a nourishing emollient in skincare.
Will it make skin greasy?
Used at typical levels in a formula it acts as a conditioning emollient; the overall feel depends on the full product, not the oil alone.