Oils passion fruit seed

Assun9ao, F.P., Bentes, M.H.S., and Serruya, H., A comparison of the stability of oils from Brazil nut, Para rubber and passion fruit seeds (Bertholletia excelsa, Hevea brasiliensis, Passiflora edulis), J. Am. Oil Chem. Soc., 61, 1031-1036, 1984. 

Gaydou and Ramandelina (1983) reported the oil content in two varieties of passion fruit seeds to range from 22.0 to 24.2%. The fatty acid compositions were comparable and linoleic acid was the major constituent. The results were similar to those reported by Assuncao et al. (1984) and Rojas (1981). 

Moist oils (essential oils, herbal oils, oils from flower seeds, etc.) also have skin-care benefits in that they provide an occlusive layer that lubricates the epidermis, together with a moisturizing effect that helps to prevent excess water loss. Today, the most popular use of essential oils is for aromatherapy. Essential oils are attributed with a range of properties that help to achieve physical and emotional balance. Examples are passion fruit oil. Mono de Tahiti and squalane (derived from olive oil). 

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