{"title":"Made in South Sudan","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"watermelon-seed-oil-50ml","title":"Watermelon Seed Base Oil 50ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA light watermelon seed base oil for blending, massage and everyday skincare, made for moments when you want glide without a heavy finish. Its liquid texture spreads easily, leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed while letting other scents stay at the centre of your blend.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eLight feel, quiet finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe texture is fluid and easy to work with, suited to mixing in a small dish or applying straight to the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt gives moisture without the weight of a richer oil, so it suits a simple morning or evening body ritual.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIts gentle character makes it useful in skincare and cosmetic blends where fragrance needs room to come through.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe amber bottle helps keep the oil tucked neatly on a shelf, beside creams, balms or massage blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrom watermelon seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis base oil is from the seeds of watermelon. It has the easy movement people often look for in a carrier oil: light, liquid and unobtrusive, rather than thick or strongly scented.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to blend and apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a small amount on clean skin, or mix it into your own skincare, massage or cosmetic preparations. It works well when you want a base oil that will not dominate the scent of the other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA simple base for slow skincare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase oils are the quiet foundation of many body-care rituals. They soften the feel of a blend, help it move across the skin, and give you time to massage with attention rather than rush. Watermelon seed oil is especially appealing when you want something light and low-key, with enough slip for touch but without a greasy after-feel. It is a practical choice for people who enjoy making small, personal blends at home.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eVolume: 50 ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeight: 115 g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFormat: amber bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for a home blender\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it for someone who enjoys making their own skincare, massage oils or simple bathroom rituals. It is practical, understated and easy to pair with other ingredients they already love.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes watermelon seed base oil have a heavy feel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. This oil has a light, liquid texture and is chosen for moisture without a heavy or greasy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it overpower essential oils or fragrance blends?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a good option when you want the carrier oil to stay in the background, allowing the scent of other ingredients to remain clear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48954266648890,"sku":"BOA-34","price":6.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/5_fd28fe25-e8da-4712-bc4c-6d18474740e7.jpg?v=1755544460"},{"product_id":"watermelon-seed-oil-100ml","title":"Watermelon Seed Carrier Oil, 100ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight, simple and easy to blend, this watermelon seed carrier oil is made for the quiet rituals of body oil, facial oil and massage mixing. It gives you a neutral base for pairing with other oils, or for using on its own when you want a softer, more pared-back skincare step.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe feel in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA straightforward carrier oil for mixing, massaging or smoothing lightly over skin and hair.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe amber bottle helps the oil feel at home on a bathroom shelf, treatment trolley or dressing table.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIts simple format makes it easy to use in small amounts, without turning your routine into a project.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood for slow, unhurried application after bathing, when skin is still slightly damp.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA useful base oil for anyone who likes making their own body blends with a clean, minimal starting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrom Citrullus lanatus seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis base oil is Citrullus lanatus seed oil, taken from watermelon seeds. The bottle in the photo is brown glass with a black ribbed cap, a practical choice for a simple oil you reach for often.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWays to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a small amount as a body oil, massage base or hair oil, working it between your palms before applying. For personalised blends, combine it with other carrier oils or add your chosen aromatic oils at a suitable dilution.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor facial use, start sparingly and apply to clean skin. As with any new skincare product, patch test first and avoid the eye area.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKeeping the oil at its best\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose the cap after use and store the bottle away from direct heat. Keep water out of the bottle, especially if using it in a bathroom, and use clean hands or tools when blending.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy choose watermelon seed oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatermelon seed oil sits in the family of plant-based carrier oils used for massage, skincare and handmade beauty blends. Its appeal is its simplicity: one botanical oil, without the need for a long ritual. It works well for people who like to create their own body oils at home, or who prefer a single base oil that can move between skin, hair and massage use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 100 ml. The filled bottle weighs 180 g.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful beauty gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA calm, practical gift for someone who enjoys natural body care, massage blends or making their own skincare preparations. It suits a slow bathroom routine, a home treatment kit or a small self-care hamper.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this as a carrier oil for aromatic oils?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It is a base oil, so it can be used to dilute aromatic oils before applying them to the skin. Use a suitable dilution for the person and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on hair as well as skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It can be used on skin and hair. 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This South Sudan frankincense resin melts into a thick, fragrant smoke with a slightly lemon, woody character, bringing the old ceremony of aromatic resin into a quiet modern evening.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRaw resin for charcoal burning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe grains are small and irregular, with creamy yellow, honey-brown and deeper earthy pieces visible throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt is frankincense, also known as olibanum, the solidified resin of Boswellia.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe scent is naturally woody with a gentle lemon brightness, cleaner and more spacious than many heavier incense blends.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBecause it is resin rather than a stick or cone, the preparation feels slower and more deliberate.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA little can be burned on its own, or combined with other suitable aromatic resins if you like to shape your own scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe scent as it opens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn heat, the hard grains soften and release a smoky fragrance with a dry woodiness at its centre. The lemon edge keeps it lifted, while the resinous smoke gives it depth and presence in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to burn the grains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with a charcoal disc in a heat-safe resin burner or censer. Once the charcoal is properly lit and glowing, place a small amount of resin on top and let it melt gradually into smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd more only when the first grains have mostly finished smoking. Keep the burner on a stable, fireproof surface and never leave lit charcoal unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrankincense in tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrankincense has been used for centuries in religious ceremony, contemplative practice and incense traditions across parts of the Middle East, North Africa and beyond. Its appeal is partly sensory and partly symbolic: a solid tree resin transformed by heat into rising smoke. In Christian churches, temples and home incense practice, it has often marked a threshold between ordinary time and a more attentive moment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWeight and origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResin type:\u003c\/strong\u003e frankincense, also known as olibanum.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boswellia resin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Sudan.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 g.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e loose granular resin in mixed yellow-brown tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for incense lovers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis suits someone who already enjoys incense and wants the older, slower form of burning resin on charcoal. It is also a considered choice for anyone building a small home incense collection around natural aromatic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I light the resin directly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Frankincense resin needs an external heat source, usually a charcoal disc in a suitable heat-safe burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow strong is the smoke?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nResin on charcoal generally produces a fuller, smokier fragrance than many incense sticks. Use a small amount at first and ventilate the room as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with an electric resin burner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, if the burner is designed for loose resin. 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Its translucent honey, apricot and rust-coloured pieces bring the old pleasure of raw resin into a slower evening at home.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat the resin is like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIrregular glassy lumps, from pale golden chips to deeper orange-brown pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA naturally mild scent, suited to people who prefer incense with a softer character.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe pieces can be burned alone, or used as a base resin with herbs and other aromatics.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOn heat, the solid resin slowly changes texture before releasing its smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe varied shapes and frosted surfaces give it a raw, unpolished beauty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA gentle base for incense blends\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGum arabic resin is valued for its lightness. Rather than dominating a blend, it sits underneath sharper herbs or more forceful resins, rounding the smoke and making the whole mixture feel less pointed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIts scent is not heavy or perfumed. Think of it as a quiet foundation, useful when you want the ceremony of resin incense without an overpowering fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to burn gum arabic resin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with a heatproof resin burner and a charcoal disc, sold separately. Light the charcoal safely, let it ash over, then place a small piece of resin on top with tongs or a spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdd only a little at first. Resin smoke can build quickly, and the character changes with the heat of the charcoal and the size of the piece. Ventilate the room, keep away from fabrics, and never leave burning charcoal unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrom tree sap to glassy tears\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGum arabic forms when tree bark cracks under dry conditions and releases sap, which hardens into clear, brittle tears. Sudan and the surrounding region are closely associated with gum arabic production, and this resin comes from South Sudan. In incense practice, raw resins like this are part of a very old way of working with scent: no stick, no binder, just plant sap meeting heat, turning from solid to smoke in front of you.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResin type:\u003c\/strong\u003e gum arabic resin lumps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Sudan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e irregular translucent resin pieces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e burn on charcoal, or blend with herbs and other resins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for scent lovers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis suits someone who enjoys making their own incense blends, keeping a resin burner, or exploring quieter aromatic materials. It is especially good for a person who already loves frankincense, myrrh or loose incense, and wants a softer base to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a strong-smelling resin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Gum arabic resin has a very mild scent, which is why it is often used to soften sharper incense mixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I blend it with other aromatics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 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