Umuthi Mongongo Seed Oil - Cold Pressed

Name: Umuthi Mongongo Seed Oil - Cold Pressed
Brand: Umuthi Botanicals
SKU: UB-0261
Price: 175.20 ZAR
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Size: 100ml

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INCI: Schinziophyton rautanenii

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.

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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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