Hanzal Oil

Herbology Hanzal Oil is 100% pure, cold pressed Citrullus colocynthis (Hanzal / Bitter Apple / Colocynth) seed oil, extracted from one of the most potent and historically significant medicinal plants in the Unani, Ayurvedic, and traditional Islamic medicine traditions. Known as "Hanzal" in Urdu and Arabic and "Indravaaruni" in Sanskrit, Citrullus colocynthis has been documented as a medicinal plant in the ancient Egyptian Ebers Papyrus (circa 1550 BCE), in the writings of Dioscorides and Galen in ancient Greek medicine, and throughout the classical Unani texts of Ibn Sina (Avicenna) and Ibn al Baitar as one of the most powerful therapeutic botanicals available. It grows across the arid regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia, where it has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.

Hanzal Oil's therapeutic properties come from its rich phytochemical composition: cucurbitacins (particularly cucurbitacin E and I, among the most potent natural anti inflammatory and analgesic triterpenoids known), colocynthin (a bitter glycoside with documented analgesic properties), flavonoids including quercetin and kaempferol, and a fatty acid profile rich in linoleic acid (45 to 55%) and oleic acid (15 to 25%) that delivers nourishing skin conditioning properties. The cucurbitacins in Hanzal are among the most pharmacologically active natural compounds studied for their anti inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant properties in topical applications. In traditional Unani medicine, Hanzal Oil has been used topically for joint pain, muscle stiffness, and skin conditions. Its potent nature requires careful dilution and appropriate use. For external use only.

• Cucurbitacin Anti Inflammatory Action among the most potent natural anti inflammatory triterpenoids known; documented analgesic properties for topical joint and muscle care
• Rich in Linoleic Acid (45 to 55%) essential fatty acid for skin barrier repair, hydration, and nourishment
• Traditional Unani and Islamic Medicine Heritage documented in the Ebers Papyrus, ancient Greek medicine, and classical Unani texts of Ibn Sina and Ibn al Baitar
• Analgesic and Muscle Relief colocynthin and cucurbitacin content support traditional use for joint pain and muscle stiffness relief
• Antioxidant Flavonoid Content quercetin and kaempferol provide antioxidant and anti inflammatory support for skin health
• 100% Pure and Cold Pressed no additives, fillers, or chemical processing; authentic traditional quality

Applications

• Traditional Unani joint and muscle care massage
• Targeted skin care treatments
• DIY traditional wellness formulations

How to Use

• Joint and muscle massage: Dilute in a carrier oil (coconut or sweet almond) at 5 to 10% concentration and massage into affected areas. Use sparingly and perform a patch test before first use.
• Targeted skin care: Dilute at 5 to 10% in a carrier oil and apply to targeted areas only. Do not apply to large areas of skin.
• DIY formulations: Add at 5 to 10% concentration to traditional wellness massage blends.
• Tip: Hanzal Oil is a potent traditional botanical oil best used in small, targeted applications. Its cucurbitacin content makes it one of the most pharmacologically active natural oils available for joint and muscle care when used correctly and with appropriate dilution.
• Important: For external use only. Always dilute before skin application at 5 to 10% maximum concentration. Never apply undiluted. Perform a patch test before first use. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Keep away from children. Do not ingest. If irritation or adverse reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice.