Kalahari melon oil is the moisturising hero your hair needs

Published: 12-Mar-2025
Ingredients Hair Care

Kalahari melon oil replenishes the lost lipids that are essential for hair structure and protection – Marie Mignon, Chief Scientific Officer, Prose, explains why it should be hair care’s new hero ingredient

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One ingredient is making waves in hair care for its remarkable sustainability and efficacy: Kalahari melon seed oil.

With its unique nutrient properties and storied origins, this oil is setting a new standard for today’s eco-conscious consumers. 

Native to Africa’s Kalahari region, the Kalahari melon (Citrullus lanatus) has been a vital resource for centuries.

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