Botonical Name | : | Punica granatum | |
![]() | Country of Origin | : | India |
![]() | Color & Odor | : | Pale yellow to yellow liquid with slight nutty and characteristic odor. |
![]() | Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water |
![]() | Specific Gravity | : | 0.9430 - 0.9900 @ 20C |
![]() | Optical Rotation | : | N/A |
![]() | Refractive Index | : | 1.49000 - 1.49000 @ 20C |
![]() | Plant Part Used | : | Seeds |
![]() | Extraction Method | : | Cold Pressed |
- DESCRIPTION:
Pomegranate oil extracted by Cold press process using seed part of the fruit. This oil is known for its high punicic acid content.
COMMON NAMES:
Anaar, Granada, grenade
USES:
Pomegranate oil is also rich source of polyphones & vitamin C which marks its place in beauty & cosmetic industry. It often gets incorporated in lip care products in small quantity to give hydrating skin.