Blackcurrant Seed Oil
Botanical name: Ribes nigrum
Plant part: Seeds
Cultivation: Organic
Extraction: Cold compressed, Unrefined, Virgin
Product description:
Obtained from Ribes nigrum, Blackcurrant seed oil is obtained by cold compression of the seeds of this delicious, highly nutritious berry.
Rich in antioxidants, non comodogenic, emollient and with high quantities of the very important Essential Fatty Acid: Gamma Lineloic Acid (G.L.A) and Linoleic Acid, which makes it a highly effective soothing agent. Studies have shown it to be a good treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, an effective aid in treating inflammations, skincare and hair care issues.
Healing:
Beneficial anti allergenic properties
Beneficial anti viral properties
Beneficial antiseptic properties
Skincare:
Aids dry/oily/sensitive/mature/aging skin
Helpful in treating acne and pimples
Beneficial anti-aging properties
Helps heal cracked/chapped skin
Beneficial skin cleansing properties
Beneficial skin rejuvenation properties
Hair care:
Helps aid hair growth
Helps prevent and treat dandruff
Helps provide deep moisture to scalp and hair follicle which prevents hair dryness
Helps prevent splitting and excessive breakage
Product color: Pale to light honey or honey color
Aroma: Blackcurrant aroma
Fatty Acid Composition and Comodogenic rating:
Linoleic acid: 41% Alpha- Linolenic acid: 17% Gamma-Linolenic acid: 14% Oleic acid: 15% Comedogenic Rating: 0-1
Blends well with:
Any essential oil or blend, it is also effectively used on its own or with other carrier oils.