Sesame oil
A plant oil obtained from sesame seeds, used as a lubricating base in hair and body oils.
Ayurvedic inspiration
Sesame oil has a longstanding place in Abhyanga, the Ayurvedic practice of oil massage.
Hair and scalp care
A traditional oiling base that provides slip for gentle scalp massage.
Massage and skin care
A classic Abhyanga oil that lubricates skin for comfortable massage.
What research tells us
Sesame oil provides a practical massage base. Small human pain studies have mixed results and do not establish pain relief from this blend.
Precautions
Contains sesame. Avoid with a known sesame allergy; a home patch test cannot rule out a serious allergy.
Sources & further reading
- Topical sesame trial with positive findings, 2017
- Topical sesame trial with no significant pain effect, 2022
- Government Ayurvedic self-care guidance
Ingredient studies do not demonstrate the effects of a finished AyuRelieve oil.
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