Pomegranate seed oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds of Punica granatum and is notable for its high content of punicic acid, a conjugated omega-5 fatty acid with powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, it contains other beneficial lipids such as palmitic, stearic, oleic, and linoleic acids, as well as phytosterols and tocopherols (vitamin E).
Benefits of pomegranate oil
Pomegranate seed oil is especially valued for its ability to combat skin aging and restore damaged or irritated skin. Its high content of punicic acid provides it with a very powerful antioxidant action, protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals. This makes it an ideal ingredient for anti-aging or preventive formulas.
At the anti-inflammatory level, it helps soothe irritative processes, sensitivity outbreaks, or mild inflammations, making it useful even for acne-prone skin or mild rosacea. Additionally, it helps strengthen the skin barrier, preventing transepidermal water loss and promoting long-lasting hydration from within. It also stimulates collagen synthesis, improving skin elasticity and firmness.
Composition of pomegranate oil
- Punicic acid (omega-5): 60–70%, the main compound responsible for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
- Essential fatty acids: linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids.
- Phytosterols and tocopherols: provide emollient, antioxidant, and nourishing effects.
Uses of pomegranate oil
Thanks to its balanced lipid profile and good stability, pomegranate seed oil integrates easily into multiple formulations. It is frequently used in facial serums and nourishing oils, especially at night, due to its intensive repairing capacity.
It is also a common ingredient in after-sun products, lip balms, eye contours, or soothing creams due to its anti-inflammatory and calming effects. In anti-aging or firming products, it is combined with other actives such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, or peptides to enhance its regenerative effects.
In hair care, it is used in oils or masks to strengthen the hair fiber and add shine, thanks to its fatty acids and natural antioxidants.
Some studies have shown that pomegranate seed oil acts as a permeation enhancer, helping to improve the penetration of other active ingredients, especially lipophilic ones. This property can be leveraged in transdermal electroporation treatments, where the oil is used as the oily phase to promote greater efficacy and depth of action without compromising skin tolerance. At Sisneo, pomegranate oil is used as an ingredient in Eye Care, a powerful product for restoring the eye area.
Its use in advanced aesthetic protocols can be beneficial both as a functional ingredient on its own and as an absorption vehicle for other compounds with synergistic effects.
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