| Brand | Unbranded |
| Manufacturer | Umuthi Botanicals |
| Model Number | 3711 |
Umuthi Mongongo Seed Oil - Cold Pressed is a 100% pure cold-pressed plant oil from Schinziophyton rautanenii seeds. Also known as Manketti, it is a rich cosmetic oil used in skincare, haircare, nail care, body oils, and oil-based formulations. It is naturally rich in vitamin E (tocopherol), unsaturated fatty acids, and mineral nutrients, making it a nourishing choice for products aimed at dry-feeling skin, hair, and scalp care.
Its versatile profile makes it a beautiful option for makers wanting a distinctive South African botanical oil. Why we love it: Mongongo seed oil has a wonderfully nourishing feel and a strong natural ingredient story. It is especially useful for hair, scalp, nail, and skin formulations where you want a rich botanical oil with a more distinctive character than everyday carrier oils.
Key Properties Botanical Name: Schinziophyton rautanenii Also Known As: Manketti Oil Plant Part Used: Seeds Extraction Method: Cold pressed Form: Liquid carrier oil Country Of Origin: South Africa Suitable For: Cosmetic Use Naturally Occurring Components: Vitamin E (tocopherol), unsaturated fatty acids, mineral nutrients Purity: 100% pure oil What It's Used For Adding nourishment to facial oils, body oils, and balms Blending into hair oils and dry-hair formulations Using in scalp and nail care products Supporting products for dry-feeling or mature-looking skin Helping improve the appearance of blemishes, scars, and uneven-looking skin Creating rich botanical oil blends with a South African ingredient focus Who It's For This Product Is For: Skincare and haircare formulators Makers creating rich botanical oil blends Users wanting a nourishing carrier oil for skin, hair, and nails Formulators looking for a South African plant oil This Product Is Not For: Products needing a water-soluble ingredient Formulations requiring a neutral, lightweight dry-oil feel Those looking for an essential oil Products requiring certified food-grade oil How To Use As a Face or Body Oil: Use alone or blend with other carrier oils for a richer skin feel.
As a Hair Oil: Apply sparingly to dry lengths or include in pre-wash and conditioning oil blends. As a Scalp Oil: Blend with other carrier oils and apply as part of a scalp care routine. As a Nail Oil: Add to cuticle and nail oil formulations. Processing Tip: Pair with lighter oils if you want to reduce richness and improve spreadability.
Safety Instructions For external use only Do not ingest Patch test before wider use Avoid contact with eyes Store away from children, pets, sunlight, and heat FAQs Q: Why is Mongongo Seed Oil also called Manketti Oil? A: Manketti is a recognised common name for the same oil from Schinziophyton rautanenii seeds.
Q: Is Mongongo Seed Oil more suited to skin or hair? A: It works well for both, especially in richer oil-based products for skin, hair, scalp, and nail care.
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