{"product_id":"escentia-batana-oil-cold-pressed","title":"Escentia Batana Fruit Oil - Cold Pressed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  Escentia Batana Fruit Oil is a rich, cold-pressed and non-fractionated oil from the fruit of\n  \u003cem\u003eElaeis oleifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n  , also known as Ojon Oil. Unlike lighter batana oils, it retains its naturally thick, semi-solid consistency, deep\n  orange to red colour and characteristic nutty aroma. Its substantial texture makes it particularly suited to intensive\n  hair treatments, scalp oils, rich body care and formulations where deep conditioning and a protective emollient feel\n  are wanted.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  ♡ Why we love it: Its wonderfully thick texture and vivid natural colour make it feel much closer to a soft botanical\n  butter than a conventional carrier oil. It is a particularly interesting choice for rich hair masks, nourishing scalp\n  treatments and deeply conditioning body formulations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eINCI Name: Elaeis Oleifera Fruit Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso Known As: Ojon Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Botanical Name:\n    \u003cem\u003eElaeis oleifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Used: Fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCountry Of Origin: Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForm: Semi-solid fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppearance: Deep orange to red\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAroma: Characteristic, nutty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtraction Method: Cold pressed, non-fractionated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHexane Free: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% Pure and Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolubility: Oil soluble, not water soluble\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStorage: Store in a cool, dark place\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Suitable For: Hair masks, pre-shampoo treatments, scalp oils, hair oils, balms, body oils, body butters and richer\n    cosmetic formulations\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat It's Used For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConditioning dry, coarse or textured hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdding softness and shine to dry-looking hair ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreating intensive pre-shampoo hair treatments and masks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnriching scalp and hair oil blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdding rich emollience to balms and body butters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConditioning very dry-feeling areas of the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreating substantial, protective-feeling body oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry, coarse or textured hair routines that benefit from richer oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMakers creating intensive hair masks, scalp oils and pre-shampoo treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRich body care, balms and butter-based formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a substantial carrier oil rather than a very light, fast-absorbing oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is Not For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVery lightweight or dry-touch oil blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater-based formulations without a suitable emulsifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulations requiring a consistently clear, fluid oil at cooler temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    As a Pre-Shampoo Treatment: Apply a small amount through the hair, concentrating on dry lengths and ends, then\n    shampoo out.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Leave-On Hair Oil: Smooth a very small amount over dry ends as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Scalp Oil: Blend into a suitable scalp oil formulation and apply sparingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Body Oil: Massage a small amount into dry-feeling areas of the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Cosmetic Ingredient: Incorporate into balms, butters and other oil-based formulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Processing Tip: If the oil has become firm or semi-solid, warm it gently until sufficiently fluid for blending.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlending Tip: Combine with lighter carrier oils where a less rich finish is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor external use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not ingest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatch test before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use if irritation occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Why does my Batana Oil feel quite firm?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: That’s completely normal for this oil. Batana Fruit Oil is naturally rich and can become quite thick or semi-solid\n  when it’s cool. If needed, simply warm it gently to soften it before use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is this Batana Oil made from the fruit or the kernel?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: This one is made from the fruit of\n  \u003cem\u003eElaeis oleifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n  . You may also see this type of oil referred to as Ojon Oil.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is Batana Oil the same as Ojon Oil?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Good question. In this case, yes. Ojon Oil is another name commonly used for\n  \u003cem\u003eElaeis oleifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n  fruit oil. However, some products sold as Batana Oil are made from the kernel rather than the fruit, and those are not\n  the same as Ojon Oil.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: My Batana Oil looks darker or smells stronger than other carrier oils. Is that normal?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. This oil naturally has a deep orange to red colour and a distinctive nutty aroma, so it looks and smells quite\n  different from pale, neutral carrier oils.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can I use Batana Oil on fine hair?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: You can, but keep in mind that a little goes a long way. Because it is such a rich oil, start with a very small\n  amount on the ends of the hair, or blend it with a lighter carrier oil if you prefer a less rich finish.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Does the oil need to stay liquid?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: No. Its texture naturally changes with temperature, so it can soften when warm and become firmer when cool. This is\n  completely normal and doesn’t indicate a quality problem. Just avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat, as you\n  would with other botanical oils.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can I use Batana Oil on my skin?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. Its rich, emollient texture makes it especially well suited to dry-feeling skin, body oils, balms and butters.\n  You can also use a small amount directly on the skin, although its heavier feel means it may be better suited to drier\n  areas or richer skincare routines than very lightweight facial oils.\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escentia Products","offers":[{"title":"50ml","offer_id":55704194908328,"sku":"EN-20223373","price":279.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":55704126587048,"sku":"EN-20223370","price":485.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":55704126619816,"sku":"EN-20223371","price":1219.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L","offer_id":55704126652584,"sku":"EN-20223372","price":2299.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/3111\/7152\/files\/Escentia-Oil-Batana-Cold-Pressed-100ml_1.jpg?v=1783434936","url":"https:\/\/essentiallynatural.co.za\/products\/escentia-batana-oil-cold-pressed","provider":"Essentially Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}