| SUNFLOWER CARRIER OIL |
Botanical Name | : | Helianthus Annus | Country of Origin | : | Ukraine, Russia | Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. | Specific Gravity | : | Not Applicable | Optical Rotation | : | Not Applicable | Refrective Index | : | 1.465 – 1.470 @°C | Plant Part | : | Seed | Bland With | : | Sunflower oil could be used as a base for a massage blend with other vegetable oils added to enhance the blend, but does not make a good massage oil on its own. | CAS No | : | 8001-21-6 | Flash Point | : | >100 °C | Extraction Method | : | Cold Pressed |
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Description : Sunflower oil is expressed from the seeds of the plant. It has a high content of Vitamins A, B, D and E, minerals, lecithin, inulin, unsaturated fatty acids, and is recognized as a nourishing skin product skin.
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Constituents : Linoleic- 16.29% Oleic- 74.48% Palmitic- 4.38% Stearic- 2.16% |
Uses :Sunflower oil is used for constipation and lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol. Some people apply sunflower oil directly to the skin for poorly healing wounds, skin injuries, psoriasis, and arthritis; and as a massage oil. In foods, sunflower oil is used as a cooking oil. Sunflower oil is a versatile oil that can be used for aromatherapy oil, massage blends and manufacturing cosmetics.
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Benefit : Sunflower oil can be recommended for most of the skin types, from normal to oily. Blending aromatherapy essential oils with sunflower carrier oil is a great way to maximize the health benefits these oils provide. |
Caution Note: always use with caution on people with nut allergies.
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