The moringa tree grows in dry tropical and subtropical environments.  The tree produces seeds which are squeeze for the prized oil via cold-pressed in a similar manor as hemp seed oil. Moringa oil is edible and contains a high concentration of oleic acids, behenic acid (Ben Oil), and vitamins C and E which helps stabilize collagen and repair damaged skin cells.  Moringa oil has antimicrobial, antibacterial, antioxidant, antifungal, and anti-aging properties.  The oil is commonly used for a wide range of applications from its use as a nutritional supplement to fight malnutrition, to its use in cosmetics.   

Due to its composition of oleic acid, behenic acid, and vitamins, moringa oil absorbs completely into the skin, delivering vital nutrients to the body.  Along with its incredible hydrating properties, the oil Aalso has anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties.  Another key point to its use in the cosmetics is that the oil does not leave stains.