Papaya 'Pawless' Oil

Ashanti Self-Care - ‘Self-Care With Culture‘

Sharing self-care secrets from the Ancient Ashanti Kingdoms of Ghana. The healing properties of our native ingredients are endless!

Ingredients: Carica Papaya (Papaya) Seed Oil

100% Natural, Cold-Pressed African Papaya Seed Oil produced and  Made in Ghana by women in the Savannah region, Bolgatanga and the Northern region to support these individual communities. 

Natural ingredients may vary in colour and consistency. (Dark Brown) 

Benefits: Papaya Seed Oil is rich in vitamins A , C and E, Potassium, beta-carotene and the natural, gentle exfoliating enzyme papain which helps in dissolving inactive protein, dead skin cells and excess sebum, leading to a softer, even skin tone, tightened appearance and brighter complexion. With a non-comedogenic lightweight texture it doesn't clog the pores but instead cleans the pores. Papaya seed oil rich anti-inflammatory agents, help to reduce redness, irritation, acne and breakouts due to the combination of anti-microbial, scar-reducing and exfoliating properties. Vitamin C rich antioxidants that helps protect skin, slow down signs of ageing, reduces hyperpigmentation and dark spots. The antioxidants in Papaya Seed Oil also work well to soften and smooth dry, damaged hair and treat dry scalp and dandruff.

Suitable for all skin & hair types particularly those with mature sun-damaged skin and thin damaged hair.

Caution: A patch test is recommended and if irritation occurs, discontinue use immediately. 

Directions:  Use as a night serum, exfoliating moisturiser & conditioning treatment on clean skin or hair. Apply a few drops of oil on the face, skin or scalp & hair strands. Daily application of papaya seed oil will help lighten dark spots on the skin & reduce pores. Can also be added to creams, serums, and lotions for additional nourishing benefits. Can also be used as an intensive hot oil conditioning treatment for hair and scalp mixed with other oils such as Hibiscus Oil, Moringa Oil, Carrot Oil, Blackseed Oil, Baobab Balance Oil, Ghanaian Castor oil and Shea oil. Can also be used as a massage oil.  

Store in a cool, dry and dark place away from direct sunlight. 

Smells like: Fragrance-free/ Mild-Sweet/ Herbal/ Nutty Aroma

Size: 15ml e 0.53 fl.oz.

12% of each purchase made from the NEW Ashanti Self-Care Collection goes towards building a New Woman’s Rehabilitation Refuge Safe House, counselling centre & skills training centre for vulnerable women & children in Ghana powered by Ashanti Akoma.