Our organic unrefined Marula Oil is sourced from the kernels found inside the hard nuts (aka seeds or stones) from the fruit of Sclerocarya birrea trees located in the northern parts of Namibia. Our supplier employs and trains groups of rural women who are responsible for the wild harvesting of the kernels; this project provides basically the only outside income for these women, empowering them and helping their communities thrive.[1] Our supplier has also embarked on a Marula Tree Planting Project to "ensure that Marula trees are continuously replanted for the future benefit of our people and the product. This is also then … our humble contribution to decrease the carbon footprint in the world."[2] As a result of many hours of labor, about 25 trees yield 1 barrel of Marula Oil.[3]

Marula Oil is composed predominantly of mono-unsaturated fatty acids, particularly the deeply nourishing oleic acid, phenolic compounds, minerals, protein and antioxidants; it possesses exceptional stability (almost 10x greater than Olive Oil). The varied uses for Marula Oil include body and massage oils for people of all ages, scalp oils and hair care products, as a moisturizer for dry skin (especially around the eyes), in super smooth lip cosmetics, and massage and body oils.

Fondly known as “miracle oil,” Marula is considered one of Africa’s botanical treasures.[4] This tree’s annual prolific offerings are indeed a gift to some of the poorest communities and is why some consider Marula to be perhaps the most important of all southern African fruit trees. You will want to incorporate the flawless texture, ultra-smooth slip and neutral aroma of skin-loving, organic Marula Oil into all your aromatherapy and cosmetic creations.