Black Seed Oil – Virgin Cold Pressed

Cold pressed. Unfiltered. Full spectrum.

Not just the clear oil fraction, but the natural seed sediment too.

Built around composition, not convenience.

Virgin cold-pressed black seed oil (Nigella sativa) from Egyptian seeds. Unrefined and unfiltered, with naturally occurring seed sediment retained to preserve more of the oil's original character.

100 ml | Oil

• Unfiltered with natural seed sediment

• Virgin cold pressed from Egyptian Nigella sativa seeds

• Third-party verified thymoquinone content (approximately 1.8%)

• Full-spectrum oil profile, not isolated fractions

• Tested for purity and compound composition

Overview

This Egyptian black seed oil is produced using traditional cold pressing methods, followed by a controlled resting process that allows the natural seed sediment to be retained and reintegrated.

Unlike heavily filtered or refined oils, this approach keeps the fine seed-derived material alongside the oil's naturally occurring fatty acids and other compounds.

The result is a dense, distinctive, full-spectrum black seed oil that retains more of the original seed's character rather than presenting only a clarified oil fraction.

• Virgin cold pressed, not chemically extracted or intensively refined

• Includes both the oil and natural sediment fractions

• Built around seed integrity, not cosmetic uniformity

Why This Product

• Retains a broad seed-derived composition, not just the clear oil fraction

• Includes natural sediment rather than filtering it away

• Independently tested for thymoquinone and related compounds

• Avoids unnecessary refining and filtration

Many black seed oils are filtered to produce a clearer, more uniform appearance.

We take a different approach.

The sediment is not treated as something that needs to disappear. It is deliberately retained as part of the finished oil.

The aim is not to produce the clearest bottle on the shelf. It is to preserve the character of the original material.

Key Characteristics

• Approximately 1.8% thymoquinone (third-party verified)

• Contains naturally occurring compounds including thymol, carvacrol and p-cymene

• Includes both fixed oil and volatile compound fractions

• Unfiltered, with visible natural seed sediment

• Strong, bitter and characteristically distinctive taste

Potential Use

Black seed oil has a long history of traditional dietary use.

This virgin cold-pressed oil is suited to:

• Incorporating traditional black seed oil into a daily routine

• Those who prefer pure, minimally processed oils

• Taking directly or adding to suitable foods

• People who value the natural composition and distinctive character of Nigella sativa

Its strong flavour is part of the product's character, rather than something removed through extensive refining.

Composition / Structure

Nigella sativa seeds contain a complex mixture of naturally occurring constituents.

Their oil profile includes:

• Fixed oils – including a range of naturally occurring fatty acids

• Volatile compounds – including constituents associated with black seed's characteristic aroma

• Thymoquinone – a naturally occurring compound widely studied in relation to Nigella sativa

• Other seed-derived constituents – including fine material retained in the unfiltered sediment

The volatile fraction represents a relatively small part of the overall oil, but it contributes to the distinctive chemical profile of black seed oil.

This product is designed to retain that broader oil composition rather than isolate a single headline compound.

Full Spectrum vs Extracted Oil

Not all black seed oils are produced or presented in the same way.

Cold pressing extracts the seed's natural oil without relying on chemical solvents. Leaving the oil unfiltered also retains fine seed-derived sediment that would otherwise be removed.

• Cold pressing retains naturally occurring fatty acid and volatile compound fractions

• Unfiltered oil includes natural sediment alongside the liquid oil

• No separate refinement process is used to produce a clearer, more uniform appearance

• The finished product retains the distinctive flavour, aroma and character of Egyptian black seed

Rather than reducing the product to an isolated ingredient or an artificially standardised extract, the focus is on preserving the natural character of the pressed oil.

Cold Pressed vs CO₂ Extracted

Different extraction methods produce different products.

Cold Pressed Oil

• Produced through mechanical pressing

• Contains naturally occurring fatty acids and volatile compounds

• Unfiltered formats can retain seed sediment

• Maintains the character of traditionally pressed black seed oil

CO₂ Extracted Oil

• Produced using pressurised carbon dioxide

• Extraction conditions can be adjusted to favour particular compounds or fractions

• May be used to produce more concentrated or selectively extracted preparations

• Can have a different composition from traditionally pressed oil

Both methods have their place, but they are not interchangeable.

Our virgin cold-pressed black seed oil is designed for those who want the natural oil profile, including its characteristic sediment, rather than a selectively concentrated extract.

Processing / Production

• Egyptian Nigella sativa seeds are cold pressed without chemical solvents

• Oil is rested to allow natural sediment separation

• Seed sediment is reintegrated before bottling

• No filtration or intensive refining is applied

The finished oil may vary naturally in appearance and sediment distribution.

That is part of working with an unfiltered product rather than manufacturing a perfectly uniform one.

Quality & Sourcing

• Sourced from Egyptian Nigella sativa seeds

• Virgin cold pressed, unrefined and unfiltered

• Third-party tested for thymoquinone and compound profile

• Produced using controlled cold pressing methods

• Supplied from within the UK

The reported thymoquinone content of approximately 1.8% provides a specific, independently measured point of reference.

It is not the only measure of quality. Origin, processing, composition and the integrity of the finished oil also matter.

How It Compares

• Unlike filtered oils, this retains natural seed sediment

• Unlike refined oils, it avoids unnecessary processing

• Unlike selectively concentrated extracts, it is presented as traditionally pressed seed oil

• Unlike products marketed purely on one compound, it places greater emphasis on the broader oil composition

Full spectrum is about the character of the whole pressed oil, not simply chasing the highest number on a label.

Who It’s For

• Individuals looking for traditional Egyptian black seed oil

• Those who prefer virgin cold-pressed, unfiltered oils

• People interested in the natural composition of Nigella sativa

• Customers who value minimal processing over cosmetic uniformity

• Those incorporating traditional seed oils into their daily routines

Alternative option

This oil sits within a small range of cold-pressed oils, each with a distinct composition and flavour profile.

Black Seed Oil

• Strong, bitter and distinctive taste

• Traditionally used as part of daily routines

• Contains naturally occurring compounds including thymoquinone

• Unfiltered with natural seed sediment

Siberian Pine Nut Oil

• Rich, nutty and distinctive flavour

• Naturally contains a range of fatty acids

• Often used as a food oil or daily addition

• A different culinary and compositional profile

Choosing between them

Black seed oil is often chosen for its traditional use, distinctive character and naturally occurring thymoquinone.

Pine nut oil offers a different experience, with a richer, nut-based composition and a more food-oriented use.

Our Siberian Pine Nut Oil is available for those who prefer that alternative.

How to Use

• Take a small serving daily, as directed on the label

• Can be taken directly or added to suitable foods

• Shake well before use to redistribute the natural sediment

• Use consistently as part of a routine

For a closer look at its origins, composition and traditional use, read our article: What Is Black Seed Oil?

Important Information

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Follow the recommended serving instructions and refer to the product label for full safety and storage information.