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Essentially Natural Mongongo (Manketti) Seed Oil - Cold Pressed is a nourishing botanical oil pressed from the nuts of
Schinziophyton rautanenii. It is valued in skin and hair care for its naturally occurring vitamin E content and
supportive fatty acid profile. The oil is commonly used to soften dry-feeling skin, condition hair, and support a
smoother-looking appearance over time. This carrier oil is intended for cosmetic use and can be used on its own or in
blends.
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<h4>Key Properties</h4>
<ul>
<li>Botanical Name: Schinziophyton rautanenii</li>
<li>Processing Method: Cold pressed</li>
<li>Source Material: Nuts of the mongongo tree</li>
<li>Skin Feel: Nourishing, conditioning</li>
<li>Suitable For: Cosmetic use only (not food-grade certified)</li>
<li>Storage: Store away from children, pets, sunlight, and heat</li>
<li>Size Options: 20ml, 30ml (Eye Dropper Pipette Top), 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L</li>
</ul>
<h4>What It’s Used For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Daily skin moisturising oil for dry-feeling areas</li>
<li>Hair, scalp, and nail conditioning routines</li>
<li>Supportive oil in blends aimed at a smoother-looking skin texture</li>
<li>After-sun style body oils for comfort when used with good sun habits</li>
<li>Carrier oil for essential oil dilution and massage blends</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
<p>This product is suitable for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Customers wanting a nourishing oil for skin and hair</li>
<li>Makers formulating face oils, body oils, and hair oils</li>
<li>DIY blenders looking for a supportive, vitamin E rich carrier oil</li>
</ul>
<p>This product is not for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Anyone with a nut sensitivity who prefers to avoid nut-derived oils</li>
<li>Water-based products unless properly emulsified</li>
<li>Anyone looking for a certified food grade oil for ingestion products</li>
</ul>
<h4>How To Use</h4>
<ul>
<li>As a Facial Oil: Apply a few drops to clean, slightly damp skin and massage in.</li>
<li>As a Body Oil: Smooth over skin after bathing for a conditioned finish.</li>
<li>As a Hair Oil: Apply sparingly to mid-lengths and ends, or use as a pre-wash scalp oil.</li>
<li>As a Carrier Oil: Use to dilute essential oils before skin application.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Blend with lighter oils if you want a faster-absorbing feel.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Safety Instructions</h4>
<ul>
<li>Recommended for cosmetic use only (not food-grade certified)</li>
<li>Patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs</li>
<li>Avoid contact with eyes</li>
<li>Store away from children, pets, sunlight, and heat</li>
<li>If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional advice before use</li>
</ul>
<h4>FAQs</h4>
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Q: Is this oil very heavy on hair?
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A: It can be rich, so many people use a small amount or apply mainly to ends.
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Q: Can I use it in creams and lotions?
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A: Yes, it can be included in the oil phase of emulsions as part of your carrier oil blend.
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Q: Will the colour and scent vary?
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A: Natural oils can vary slightly from batch to batch due to seasonal and sourcing differences.
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