Abyssinian Oil
Abyssinian Oil
A silky, fast-spreading oil pressed from the seeds of an ancient African crambe — prized for an unusually glossy, non-greasy slip that smooths skin and adds shine to hair. Hover any measure to see where abyssinian sits on the scale.
What it is
Abyssinian oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of Crambe abyssinica, a hardy plant in the brassica family originally from the Ethiopian highlands. It's very high in long-chain erucic acid, which gives it a uniquely glossy, silky slip.
Despite that richness it absorbs fast and never feels greasy — a modern favourite for smoothing facial oils, leave-on hair shine and natural alternatives to silicones.
Quick Facts
The Plant & The Seed
The Crambe Plant
A robust brassica relative grown for its oil-rich seeds, with clusters of small white flowers.
The Seeds
Pressed seeds yield a light, glossy oil rich in long-chain erucic acid.
The Compound Profile
Abyssinian is defined by its very high erucic acid content. The typical breakdown:
What gives it that signature feel:
Key Benefits
Glossy, Non-Greasy
A silky slip and natural shine without any heavy residue.
Fast-Absorbing
Sinks in quickly, making it ideal for facial and hair blends.
Natural Silicone Swap
A plant-based alternative to silicones for smoothing and shine.
How we use it
Abyssinian is our secret for slip — we add it where a blend needs a silky, dry-touch glide and a touch of shine.
It lifts the finish of facial oils and hair blends without weighing them down.