Description
Camellia Seed Oil
Description – Also called Tea Oil, it is extracted from the same trees that are used to make white tea. The tree blossoms all through the winter, even in the snow, giving a beautiful display of pink to red flowers. The oil has been used for beautifying the skin, hair and nails for centuries in Japan and was much favoured by Geishas. Unlike the tea, the oil does not contain caffeiene which is water soluble and only found in the extract. Sinensis is the variety used for green tea. It has different properties and is normally used as an extract.
| Common Name | Camellia Seed (White Tea) Oil |
| Botanical Name | Camellia Oleifera |
| Botanical Family | Theaceae |
| Extraction Method | Cold Pressed |
| Aroma | Bland |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Appearance | Can be green through to yellow or red, Medium Viscosity |
| Skin Feel | Light, easily absorbed |
| Skin Type | Dry & Damaged |
| Properties | Conditioning, rejuvenating, moisturising |
| Heat Stability | Keep below 40c |
| Saponification Value | 180-190 |
| Storage | 12-24 Months |
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile | |
| Main Constituents (Typical Values) | |
| Natural Vitamin Content | Vitamin A, B and E |
Common Uses
- Its rapid absorption makes it ideal for the face and eye area
- Does not block pores
- Can be used neat or 10% added to a blend
- Blends well with jojoba, almond & sea buckthorn
- Blend with almond for baby massage
- Nourishes the skin following sun exposure (high in polyphenols)
Packaging – Supplied in clear PET bottles with flip top lid for easy dispensing. Fully labelled with common name, botanical name, BBE date and batch code. SDS and Certificate of analysis available for download
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Recommended Reading: Carrier Oils for Aormatherapy & Massage (4th Edition, 2008) Len Price with Shirley Price