Our organic Marula oil from Africa is perfect for sensitive skin, even baby skin.
The Marula Tree
The Marula tree grows in sub-Sahelian Africa, south and west of the continent. Nicknamed “African plum”, “yellow plum” or “elephant tree”, the Marula tree is a fruit tree with white flowers.
It can reach almost 20 meters and live 150 years. This fruit tree has always been used by African populations for its cosmetic, curative and of course nutritious virtues.
The Marula fruit has yellow skin, white flesh and a large kernel that is very rich in vitamin C and protein. It is from the kernel that our oil is made.
Marula is a fruit that has many benefits. Africans have known its benefits for centuries, but it is only very recently that the industrial world of cosmetics has taken an interest in it.
There is no specific Marula plantation, the fruits are collected in their natural habitat where the trees have decided to grow, making it a precious oil.
Benefits of Marula oil for skin and hair:
Its concentration of omega-9 and 6 gives marula oil a high moisturizing and nourishing power. It thus allows the skin to reconstitute its hydrolipidic barrier and to preserve it from drying out caused by external aggressions (cold, pollution, hard water, sun, etc.) Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, it is renowned for its anti-oxidant properties. -age.
Its revitalizing and softening properties make marula oil the friend of dry, frizzy, frizzy or colored hair. It is also ideal for saving hair with split ends and brittle lengths.
How to use Marula oil on the skin :
Lightweight and easily absorbable, it leaves a dry and soft finish. It can be applied directly to the skin, or mixed with your usual cream / body lotion.
Can be used as an aftershave.
How to use Marula oil on the nails :
Devitalized nails can also benefit from its many benefits. Apply to the nails to strengthen them, but also to the cuticles to soften them and deeply nourish them.
How to use Marula oil on the hair :
Use it pure, in an oil bath : apply oil to the wet hair and brush it to distribute the oil. Rolled the hair up in a hot towel and leave on for between 30 minutes and 1 hour. Then, wash as usual.