Skin Care Ingredients

 

1. Camelina Oil (Camelina sativa)

• Source: Seeds of “false flax” or wild flax.

• Skin Type: Aging, dry skin; also suitable for hair.

• Key Components:

  • Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (mainly ALA)

  • Vitamins and antioxidants

• Benefits:

  • Anti-aging and antioxidant-rich

  • Supports skin and hair health

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2. Camellia Seed Oil (Camellia oleifera)

• Source: Seeds of camellia plant (tea oil).

• Skin Type: Dry, mature, sensitive, or acne-prone skin; nails and hair.

• Key Components:

  • Oleic acid (up to 85%)

  • Antioxidants

• Benefits:

  • Quick absorption, light oil

  • Moisturizes and nourishes

  • Can be used in after-sun oil or as makeup remover

• Usage: 2–12% dilution

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3. Carrot Oil (Daucus carota)

• Source: Carrot plant.

• Skin Type: Aging skin.

• Key Components:

  • Vitamin E, carotenes (beta-carotene)

• Benefits:

  • Anti-aging, reduces appearance of wrinkles

• Usage: 2–5% dilution; avoid during pregnancy

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4. Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)

• Source: Castor beans.

• Skin Type: Aging skin, skin blemishes, scars; eyelashes.

• Key Components:

  • Ricinoleic acid (monounsaturated fatty acid)

• Benefits:

  • Humectant, anti-aging

  • Promotes fuller, longer eyelashes

  • Improves scars and skin discoloration

• Caution: Toxic if ingested; contraindicated in pregnancy

• Usage: Dilute with other carrier oils

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5. Cherry Seed Oil (Prunus cerasus)

• Source: Seeds of cherries.

• Skin Type: Oily skin; sun-exposed skin.

• Key Components:

  • Oleic acid, vitamins A & E

• Benefits:

  • Gentle moisturizer with antioxidant properties

  • Provides some astringency

  • May protect from sun damage

• Usage: Can be used alone or blended

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6. Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifer)

• Source: Coconut tree.

• Skin Type: Most skin types; skin and body care.

• Key Components:

  • Antioxidants, medium-chain fatty acids

• Benefits:

  • Antimicrobial, anti-aging

  • Quick absorption, non-comedogenic

• Usage: Can be applied directly or in formulations

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7. Cranberry Seed Oil (Vaccinium macrocarpon)

• Source: Seeds of cranberry.

• Skin Type: Aging skin; hair care.

• Key Components:

  • High vitamin E, omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids

  • Phytosterols and vitamin A

• Benefits:

  • Antioxidant-rich, UV protection

  • Supports collagen formation

  • Moisturizes skin and strengthens hair

• Usage: ~5% dilution

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8. Cucumber Seed Oil (Cucumis sativus)

• Source: Seeds of cucumber.

• Skin Type: Aging, dry, or irritated skin.

• Key Components:

  • Linoleic acid (~60%), phytosterols

  • Vitamin E

• Benefits:

  • Protects skin elasticity and lipid barrier

  • Moisturizes, reduces wrinkles

• Usage: 10–25% in formulations