About Blackberry Seed Oil For those looking to add a pop of natural power and balance to their aromatherapy practice, Virgin Organic Blackberry Seed Oil is an excellent choice. It is a a potent oil with a vast history of use, cultivation, and benefits. Let me first explain blackberry essential oil in simple words. It is an aromatic and nourishing oil derived from Rubus fruticosus L. You will find it to be loaded with antioxidants and suitable nutrients for your skin, hair and overall wellbeing. Don't be surprised to find some essential fatty acids also in it, that is what makes it so nourishing anyway. Oil Profile Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus L Plant Family: Rosaceae Extraction Process: Cold pressed Colour and Appearance: Dark green to light green, sometimes yellow coloured liquid Plant part used for extraction: Seeds Shelf Life: 4 years, depending on storage Composition: 100% pure and undiluted blackberry seed oil Origin: India History of blackberry seed oil Derived from climbing brambles, the history of Blackberry Oil goes back centuries — its use as medicinal and edible herbs has been documented in records ranging from ancient Greece to Medieval England.