Raspberry seed oil
Commonly known as: Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil (I.N.C.I.), Organic Raspberry Seed Oil.
Botanical name: Rubus idaeus.
Extraction process: First cold pressing.
Family: Rosaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Seeds.
Cultivation area, origin: Northern and central Europe, and cold temperate Asia (from Turkey to Siberia, China and Japan).
Blooming: From May to October.
Origin, provenance: Poland.
Phytochemical composition: Polyunsaturated essential fatty acids (linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid), monounsaturated essential fatty acids (oleic acid), saturated essential fatty acids (palmitic acid), vitamin E, carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, and cryptoxanthin), ellagic acid
Sensory properties: Appearance: oily liquid; Colour : orange-yellow; Fragrance: Slightly fruity; To touch: Dry.
Physical properties: Density: 0.900-0.930g/ cm3; Oxidative potential: Stable with an induction time of 11.9 (110°C, 10L/ h); Comedogenicity index: 1; Saponification index = 184-191mgKOH/g.
Concerns: Antioxidant, soothing, astringent, toning, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, softening, emollient, repairing, nourishing.
Effect: All skin types, especially sensitive, damaged, mature and atopic skin; All hair types.
Details
Use
Face care (masks, creams, serums, lip balms, eye contour gels, scrubs, face oils); Body care (sun creams, body milks, hand creams, after-sun care, tanning oils, nail care); Hair care (shampoos, conditioners, masks, hair serums); Make-up (lipsticks, tinting powders, blushes, glosses).
Preservation
Vegetable oil is very sensitive to oxidation. Can be kept for 6 to 8 months after opening in a cool place (preferably in the refrigerator), in its original packaging, closed, away from air and light.
Contra-Indications and Precautions
There are no contraindications to the cosmetic use of raspberry vegetable oil. Pregnant women and young children can use it. Avoid contact with the eyes.
