Black seed oil
Our main hero ingredient in our product is one that we believe is incredibly underutilized, especially in skincare. Black seed oil has been used for centuries by many cultures and new emerging dermatology research shows that its active ingredient thymoquinone works as an anti-inflammatory agent to help reduce redness, irritation, and flare-ups making it ideal for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, and reactive complexions. It is also packed with essential fatty acids, which locks in moisture, giving smooth skin while creating a protective barrier. What’s also neat about black seed oil, is that it targets acne-causing bacteria, helping reduce breakouts while calming inflammation in both acne and rosacea. Many acne medications can be drying or irritating so Good Epi works great in an anti-acne regimen. There are some early studies showing its benefit in psoriasis. Blackseed oil also has anti-oxidant properties, which means it helps fight free radicals, which prevents oxidative damage which contributes to premature aging. As if that isn’t enough, there is also research that it helps in wound healing and repair. That’s why we are so excited to incorporate black seed oil into our formulation.
For those who want to nerd out and want more information, here is the science behind black seed in dermatology.