Description
Hemp seed oil, NZ
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INCI
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Cannabis sativa seed oil
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Certification
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Conventional - Spray free
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Appearance
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Dark green liquid
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Plant parts used
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Seeds
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Extraction method
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Cold pressed
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Refinement
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Virgin
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Purity
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100%
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Origin
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New Zealand
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Usage rate
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Up to 100%
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Typical fatty acid profile
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Linoleic: 50 - 70%
Linolenic: 45 - 60%
Alpha-linolenic: 15 - 26%
Gamma-linolenic: 1 - 4%
Palmitic: 5 - 9%
Oleic: 7 - 9%
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Absorption rate
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Average
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Skin type recommended
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Most skin types
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Vegan
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Yes
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Palm oil
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No
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Animal tested
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No
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Hemp seed oil contains antioxidants, protein, carotene, phytosterols, phospholipids, as well as a number of minerals including calcium, magnesium, sulfur, potassium, iron, zinc, and phosphorus.
It is a source of complete protein and contains all 20 known amino acids, including the nine essential amino acids.
It also contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, D, and E.
The green colour in hemp seed oil is a result of the high level of chlorophyll which is naturally present in the seeds.
Perhaps the most valued property of hemp seed oil is its percentage of essential fatty acids, which is higher than any other plant in the world. It contains both omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, in a proportion of 3:1. This proportion is the recommended balance of omega-6 to omega-3 acids.
Essential fatty acids are necessary for our health, and are responsible for the lustre in our skin, hair, eyes, transferring oxygen to every cell in our body, and even the clarity in our thought processes.
In cosmetic and body-care products, hemp seed oil is anti-ageing, balances dry skin and contains moisture balancing properties. The oil is non-greasy, readily absorbs into the pores, is an emollient, and has rejuvenating and moisturising properties for the skin.
The vitamins and minerals present in hemp seed oil are easily absorbed through the skin, resulting in a more vitamin and mineral-enriched body-care product.
Hemp seed oil may be added to any body-care or cosmetic product, including creams, lotions, facial or body oils, massage oils, shampoo, conditioner, shaving products, lip balm, soap, and any other product.
In hair care products, it increases elasticity, manageability, and shine.
Canadian research has shown this oil to possibly be effective as a broad-spectrum ultraviolet skin protector.
Suggested uses: lotions & creams, 2-5%; soap, 3-10%; hair care, 2-4%.
Packaging - See our blog on our commitment to sustainable packaging.
Our carrier oils come in amber glass bottles with 28mm neck in volumes:
30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml.
Larger volumes must be packaged in plastic as glass becomes too dangerous to ship.
500ml: Amber PET plastic bottle with 28mm neck.
1L and 5L: PET white plastic jerrycans.
All our products are for external use only. FIND OUT MORE.
Recipes using hemp seed oil, NZ
