Description
Flaxseed Oil
Description – Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is mainly cultivated for its fibres (for making yarn and fabric) and for its nourishing seed.
| Common Name | Flaxseed (Linseed) Oil |
| Botanical Name | Linum Usitatissimum |
| Botanical Family | Linaceae |
| Extraction Method | Cold Pressed |
| Aroma | Bland |
| Country of Origin | Ukraine |
| Appearance | Yellow, Medium Viscosity |
| Skin Feel | |
| Skin Type | Dry & Damaged |
| Properties | Nourishing, Moisture protection |
| Heat Stability | Hot or Cold Process |
| Saponification Value | 185-190 |
| Storage | 14-18 Months |
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile | 21% Oleic Acid, 16% Linoleic Acid, 53% Alpha Linoleic Acid |
| Main Constituents (Typical Values) | |
| Natural Vitamin Content | Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, E |
Common Uses
- Protects skin moisture barrier – locks in moisture and protects from harsh environments
- Nourishes dry, cracked skin
- Smoothes the appearance of wrinkles
- Post exercise massage to ease fatigued muscles
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