Mustard Oil

Mustard OilProduct Description: Mustard Oil is a cold pressed carrier oil extracted from the seeds of the mustard plant (Brassica juncea), a staple ingredient across Indian households for both culinary and traditional body care use. The oil is deep yellow to amber in colour with a strong, distinctive pungent scent and a characteristic warming sensation when applied to the skin. This warming quality has made it a long standing choice for traditional massage

Product Description:

Mustard Oil is a cold pressed carrier oil extracted from the seeds of the mustard plant (Brassica juncea), a staple ingredient across Indian households for both culinary and traditional body care use. The oil is deep yellow to amber in colour with a strong, distinctive pungent scent and a characteristic warming sensation when applied to the skin. This warming quality has made it a long standing choice for traditional massage practices, particularly in colder weather. At Maduras Herbals, we supply Mustard Oil as a raw material for cosmetic manufacturers, DIY formulators, and skin and hair care product developers looking for a traditional, traceable carrier oil from India.

Botanical and Local Names

Botanical Name: Brassica juncea
English Name: Mustard Oil
Hindi Name: Sarson Tel
Tamil Name: Kadugu Ennai
Telugu Name: Avalu Nune
Malayalam Name: Kaduku Enna
Kannada Name: Sasive Enne

Key Properties

• Cold pressed from mustard seeds with no heat and no chemical solvents involved
• Strong, pungent scent characteristic of the mustard plant
• Distinctive warming sensation on application, traditionally favoured for massage
• Unrefined and supplied in its natural state without bleaching or deodorisation
• Deep yellow to amber colour, typical of an unrefined cold pressed seed oil
• Long standing traditional use across Indian households for external body care
• Often blended with lighter carrier oils to moderate its intensity

Applications

Hair Care Formulations: Hair oils, scalp oil blends, traditional hair care formulations

Skin Care Formulations: Traditional massage oil blends, body oils, balms in combination with lighter carrier oils

Cosmetic and Soap Making: Soap making, carrier base for traditional massage and wellness blends

General Use: Bulk supply for cosmetic manufacturers, traditional and Ayurvedic product formulation

Packing and Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in active use. Recommended storage temperature below 25°C. Best before 12 months from packaging date. Natural variation in colour, pungency, and scent between batches is characteristic of a cold pressed, unrefined oil. For external and cosmetic use only.

Caution

Patch test is recommended before use on skin, as the oil's natural warming sensation may be intense for sensitive skin types. In case of any allergic reaction or irritation, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist or physician.