Commonly known as: Papaver Somniferum Seed (I.N.C.I.), Opium Poppy Seeds, Garden Poppy Seeds.
Botanical name: Papaver somniferum.
Extraction process: Precise sieving of poppy seeds.
Family: Papaveraceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Seeds.
Cultivation area, origin: Eastern Mediterranean, Asia Minor, North Africa.
Blooming: From May to August.
Origin, provenance: Turkey.
Phytochemical composition: Carbohydrates, minerals (iron, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese, zinc and magnesium).
Sensory properties: Appearance: Seeds and powder; Colour: Blue - Grey; Odour: Characteristic.
Physical properties: Density: 5 - 7 g/cm3.
Concerns: Exfoliating, smoothing, unifying.
Effect: All types of skin and hair.
Facial care (scrubs); Body care (solid soaps, exfoliating gels).
Store away from moisture, light, and heat.
Poppy seeds do not present any contraindications. They can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as well as young children. However, it is a powdery product: do not use it near a ventilation source, avoid inhaling it. Keep out of reach of children.