Lookman-e-Hayat oil (also spelled Luqman-e-Hayat or Lukman e Hayat) is a traditional herbal oil — 97% black sesame (til) oil and 3% guggul resin, made by M.U. Amrelia in India. Its best-known use is a daily massage on old, fully healed burn marks to soften how they look. It is also used as a massage oil for tired muscles and joints, on dry, rough skin, and for champi. It is a cosmetic, not a medicine — never put it on a fresh burn or an open wound.
Lookman-e-Hayat oil uses at a glance
| Use | How people use it | What to expect | Never |
|---|
| Old burn marks (fully healed) | A thin layer massaged into the mark for 2–3 minutes, once or twice a day | Softer skin first; for some people a less noticeable mark over weeks to months | On a fresh, blistered or open burn |
| Massage | A few warmed drops worked into tired muscles and joints in slow circles | A smooth, warm massage that eases end-of-day stiffness | On broken or irritated skin |
| Dry, rough skin | A small amount on elbows, knees, heels and hands after a bath | Softer, less flaky skin | On weeping or infected skin |
| Hair and scalp (champi) | Massaged into the scalp, left 30–60 minutes, then washed out | A less dry scalp and softer hair | If you are allergic to sesame |
1. Old, fully healed burn marks
This is what most people in Pakistan know Lookman-e-Hayat for. The oil is massaged daily into burn marks that have completely healed — closed skin, no scab, no raw, pink or weeping patch. That usually takes weeks after the burn; if a doctor treated it, ask them when you can start.
- Patch test on your inner forearm and wait 24 hours.
- Apply a thin layer on clean, dry skin and massage it into the mark for 2–3 minutes. The massage does much of the work; the oil makes it smooth.
- Once or twice a day, every day. This is a slow, patient routine.
- Keep the mark out of strong sun, and photograph it every two weeks in the same light so you can judge honestly.
Honest expectations: this is a traditional use, and results vary from person to person. We know of no clinical study showing that Lookman-e-Hayat fades scars, and it does not remove them. Raised, thick or itchy scars (hypertrophic scars or keloids), and marks that pull the skin tight, need a dermatologist. The full guide: Lookman e Hayat oil for old burn marks.
Never on a fresh burn. Cool a fresh burn under cool (not ice-cold) running water for 10–20 minutes and do not put oil on it — oil can hold the heat in. See a doctor for any burn that blisters, is bigger than a coin, or is on the face, hands, joints or a child.
2. Massage for tired muscles and joints
Warm a few drops between your palms and massage slowly into the shoulders, back, legs or knees until the oil is absorbed. Sesame oil spreads easily and does not feel heavy, which is why it has long been a massage base across South Asia. It is a comfort massage, not a treatment: pain that is sharp, keeps you awake, follows an injury or comes with swelling or fever needs a doctor. More: Lookman e Hayat oil for joint pain.
3. Dry, rough skin — and the face
After a bath, smooth a small amount over dry elbows, knees, heels and hands while the skin is still slightly damp. On the face, use only a drop or two at night, patch-test first, keep it away from the eyes, and skip it if your skin is oily or breaks out easily. The full answer for the face: Lookman-e-Hayat oil for face and pimples.
In winter: dry hands, elbows, knees and heels
Pakistani winters dry the skin quickly, most of all on the heels, knuckles, elbows and knees. Smooth a thin layer on after a warm (not hot) bath, while the skin is still a little damp, so the oil helps hold that moisture in. For rough heels, rub a few drops in at night and sleep in cotton socks. Do not use it on heels that are bleeding or deeply split, and if you have diabetes, show cracked feet to a doctor first.
4. Hair and scalp (champi)
Part the hair, massage the oil into the scalp with your fingertips, leave it 30–60 minutes (or overnight), then wash it out with a mild shampoo. It suits a dry scalp. If you want an oil made only for hair, our Glow Halal Hair Oil (coconut, sweet almond, kalonji, vitamin D) is built for that job.
What is in it?
| Ingredient | Share | What it is |
|---|
| Sesamum indicum (black sesame / til) seed oil | 97% | The base: a light, easily absorbed oil used for massage for centuries |
| Commiphora mukul (guggul) resin | 3% | A plant resin that gives the oil its warm, resinous smell |
Made by M.U. Amrelia (Mumbai, India) and sold sealed in Pakistan by Glow Halal, Karachi. There is no mineral oil and no declared fragrance or colour.
How to use it safely
- External use only. Keep it away from the eyes and out of reach of children.
- Patch test before first use and stop if redness, itching or stinging appears.
- Never on fresh burns, cuts, open wounds or broken skin.
- Sesame allergy? Do not use it.
- Pregnant, nursing, or have a skin condition? Ask your doctor first.
Most people use it without trouble, but any oil can irritate sensitive skin. Details: Lookman e Hayat oil side effects.
Price and where to buy in Pakistan
50 ml Rs 1,200 and 100 ml Rs 2,200 at Glow Halal, with Cash on Delivery across Pakistan. Sizes, per-ml value and delivery are in the price guide, and how to tell a sealed original from a refill is in 5 checks before you buy.
Is Lookman-e-Hayat oil halal?
The oil is a plant-based, external-use herbal preparation. We publish the ingredient information we have so you can check it yourself, and we hold no third-party halal certification and make no certification claim. Please read the label on the product you receive and make your own decision.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lookman-e-Hayat oil remove burn marks?
No oil removes a scar. Lookman-e-Hayat is traditionally massaged into old, fully healed burn marks to soften how they look, and some people see a less noticeable mark after months of daily use. Results vary, and raised or tight scars need a dermatologist.
How long before I see a difference on an old mark?
The skin feels softer within days. Any change in how the mark looks takes weeks to months of daily massage — compare photos every two weeks rather than trusting memory.
Can I put it on a fresh burn?
No. Cool a fresh burn under running water for 10–20 minutes and see a doctor if it is more than a small, mild burn. Oil goes only on skin that has fully healed.
Are Lookman, Luqman and Lukman e Hayat the same oil?
Yes — they are spellings of the same name. See Luqman, Lukman or Lookman e Hayat.
Is it better than plain coconut oil?
For hair breakage, plain coconut oil has better evidence. For old marks and massage, people choose Lookman-e-Hayat by tradition. The comparison: Lookman e Hayat oil vs coconut oil.
Which size should I buy?
It is the same oil in both sizes. The 50 ml is right for one old mark or the face; the 100 ml is better value for regular massage or champi.
Disclaimer: This article is general information about a traditional herbal oil, not medical advice. Products are for external use and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any condition. See our full disclaimer.
