The passion flower is native to the Amazon and other tropical regions of North and South America. Many botanical species of passion flower exist. Passion flower from the species Passiflora incanata is a long, woody vine that produces beautiful, exquisite flowers and a delicious, nourishing fruit. Each vine reaches an average length of about 50 meters.
The passion flower has been used medicinally for hundreds of years, and its benefits are scientifically documented. It is most widely known for its sedative, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-spasmodic properties.
Passion Flower Oil, Passiflora incanata , also known as Passionfruit Oil or Maracuja Oil , is a superior emollient rich in vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus. The high content of essential fatty acids and light texture of Maracuja Oil (Passion Flower Oil) makes it a valuable contribution to a wide array of personal care products intended to nourish the skin and treat dry skin conditions. Maracuja Oil is highly recommended in scalp and hair care products to encourage healthy hair growth and increased vitality. Maracuja Oil is calming and sedating, and is suitable for inclusion in bath care products and products intended to promote relaxation. Its anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic and sedative properties make it the oil of choice for use in massage applications and formulations intended to ease muscular aches and swelling.
Maracuja Oil (Passion Flower Oil) Properties:
High in Essential Fatty Acids
Linoleic Acid: 77.0%
Oleic Acid: 12.0%
Palmitic Acid: 8.0%
Stearic Acid: 2.0%
Linolenic Acid: 1.0%
Reported Properties
Sedative / Nervine
Antidepressant
Analgesic
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-spasmodic / Anti-convulsant
Disinfectant
Vermifuge
Light in Texture
Non-greasy
Easily Absorbed
Maracuja Oil (Passion Flower Oil) is a highly recommended ingredient in products for:
Mature, Aging Skin
Dry, Cracked Skin and Other Skin Conditions
General Skin Care
Dry, Brittle and Damaged Hair
Lip Care
Muscular Aches and Swelling
Massage
Relaxation
Insomnia
Origin: Brazil
INCI Nomenclature: Passiflora incanata (Passion Flower) Seed Oil
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Shelf Life: 1 Year
NAOH SAP Value: 0.137 (converted
to ounces)
KOH SAP Value: 0.193 (converted
to ounces)
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Overall rating:
5 out of 5
Reviewed by: Sharon
Posted: Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Location: Decatur, GA Good products. I will be ordering again. Fast shipping, not like the others. Thanks, FNWL.
Total Number of Ratings Left: 1
