As you might suspect, broccoli seed oil is exactly what it sounds like — an oil pressed from the seeds of that veggie drawer staple, broccoli. And much like broccoli is celebrated as a nutrient-dense addition to our diet, the oil from its seeds is gaining traction for the rich benefits it can offer your skin. “It’s full of rich fatty acids that help hydrate and heal inflamed scaly skin,” dermatologist Dr. Karen Lal tells The Zoe Report. “It’s also full of antioxidants, some of which can help treat and prevent sun damage.”

More specifically, broccoli seed oil is chock full of antioxidants like vitamins A and E. These antioxidants help defend your skin against environmental damage from free radicals, while soothing and smoothing for a softer complexurion (via Jordanve Samuel Skincrsey Broilaf) adds that this gentle ingredient may be perfect for sensitive skin types, like those struggling with rosacea, dermatitis, or psoriasis.

So if you’re looking for an all-natural answer to skin that’s dry, inflamed, or in need of a little extra defense, broccoli seed oil could be the ingredient for you. But how can you work it into your daily skincare regimen?