Discover Chia Seed Oil’s Benefits for Skin + Hydrating Powers

BodyOct 29, 2025

WHAT ARE CHIA SEEDS?

Chia seeds might be best known as a popular, versatile “superfood” — remember how chia seed pudding recipes broke the internet? — but these simple seeds can be used for a variety of purposes, including in the skincare realm.

Nutritionally, chia seeds are rich in essential minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants that the body needs to function optimally. But the benefits don’t stop there.

Specifically, it’s the hydrating properties of chia seed oil that are making waves in the skincare world.

Fun fact: Did you know that chia seeds are technically part of the mint family?

CHIA SEEDS ORIGIN

The chia plant (formally called “Salvia hispanica L”) has been cultivated for thousands of years, and they have a rich history spanning across civilizations like the ancient Mayans and Aztecs. In what’s now known as Mexico and Guatemala, it is believed chia seeds were a staple food in the local diet for their rich protein and fiber content.

Records of human beings eating chia date back over 5,500 years. In fact, cold pressing the seeds and using chia seed oil in cosmetic products can also be traced back as far as the Aztecs.

This ancient, sacred wisdom has proven to be a big source of inspiration for us at Keys Soulcare.

CHIA SEED OIL BENEFITS FOR SKIN

You might be looking into your morning yogurt thinking, “chia seed oil? On my face?” We’re here to tell you — don’t sleep on this hydrating underdog.

As an offering for the skin, chia seed oil’s benefits as a hydrating ingredient is multipurpose. Here are two big reasons we love chia seed oil:

It’s high in omega-3 fatty acid and helps soften the feel of skin
This fast-absorbing plant oil hydrates, helps smooth the feel of skin, and help lock in moisture

Plus, the cold-pressed seeds contain alpha-linolenic acid, a fatty acid which helps promote healthy-looking skin. Chia seeds are also reported to contain more omega-3s than fish seed oil or flaxseed oil, two other popular sources of fatty acids, which can help the skin appear plump.

KEYS SOULCARE OFFERINGS WITH CHIA SEED OIL

Not sure how to add chia seed oil to your skincare ritual? Start here.

ENTER SACRED BODY LOTION

Chia seed oil — plus glycerin— are the hydrating heroes in the latest addition to the Keys Soulcare family of offerings. Sacred Body Lotion provides nutrient-dense, fast-absorbing hydration with a non-greasy feeling.

Reach for Sacred Lotion after a shower or as a moment of daily self-love. As you take in the subtle sage + oat milk scent, think of its accompanying affirmation: “My body is sacred.”

May the ancestral wisdom of ingredients that have been used for thousands of years (like chia seed oil and shea butter) remind us that our everyday rituals are shared and sacred. They connect us across cultures, time, and space

It’s time for the underrated skincare ingredient, chia seed oil, to become just as beloved as other favorites like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid — don’t you think?

Have you tried chia seed oil yet? Tell us what you think of this nutrient-dense oil in the comments.