Camelina Virgin Carrier Oil

Camelina oil has been found to contain high amounts of omega – 3 fatty acids, like flaxseed oil, which make it suitable for use as a general purpose oil. It contains approxiamtely 15-20% linoleic acid (omega 6) and 35-42% alpha linolenic acid (omega 3). It is also rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants. Camelina does not promote the formation of harmful free radicals. Camelina has excellent emollient, cardiotonic, hypotensive, anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, hydrating and moisturising properties.

Botanical Name	Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Plant Part	Seeds
Method of Extraction	Cold Pressed
Processing Type	Virgin
Country of Origin	UK
Common uses	An excellent emollient with extremely good skin penetration making it an excellent addition to face and body lotions. It is a dry oil so is best combined with softer oils for use in products for anti-wrinkle/skin rejuvenation, treatment for arthritis, rheumatism, acne, enlarged pores, eczema, psoriasis and dry or mature skin. Camelina Oil can be used for a hot oil scalp massage which provides nutrition to the scalp and gets rid of dry skin, dandruff and flakiness. It can help to keep the hair looking soft and moisturised while protecting the shafts from free radical damage.
Colour	Dark Amber to Yellow
Consistency	Mobile Liquid
Aromatic Scent	Strong natural "green" odour
Absorption	Very quickly absorbed into the skin