Cold-pressed Ootanga (watermelon seed) oil from West African Kalahari watermelons. Among the lightest face oils available — absorbs in seconds, leaves zero residue. Comedogenic rating 0.
Comedogenic 0; lighter than jojoba, grapeseed, or argan.
Mimics skin sebum without clogging pores.
Long-term use reduces apparent pore size.
Increases skin hydration by 17% in 4 weeks (clinical study).
Yield is low (1kg watermelon seeds → 100ml oil). Most watermelon seeds aren't even processed for oil.
Perfectly — comedogenic rating 0 makes it ideal for oily/acne-prone skin.
Sourced from African farms that grow Kalahari watermelons specifically for seed harvest.
Our oil is cosmetic. Watermelon seed oil is edible in some cultures.