Commonly known as: Camellia Japonica Seed Oil (I.N.C.I.), Japanese camellia vegetable oil, Japanese roses.
Botanical name: Camellia japonica.
Extraction process: Cold pressing.
Family: Theaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Seeds.
Cultivation area, origin: Native to East Asia (China, Japan, Korea).
Blooming: From June to October.
Origin, provenance: China.
Phytochemical composition: Polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid), monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid, palmitoleic acid, erucic acid), saturated fatty acids (palmitic acid, arachidic acid, stearic acid), vitamins (A, B, D, E), squalene, catechins, minerals, polyphenols, tocopherols (alpha-tocopherol), sterols (ergosterol, lupeol, beta-amyrin, cycolartenol, anosterol, tirucallol, 7-stigmastenol)
Sensory properties: Appearance: Viscous liquid; Color: Light yellow to yellow; Odor: Characteristic, sweet, pleasant; Touch: Dry, excellent absorption.
Physical properties: Density = 0.915 - 0.918 g/cm3; Comedogenic Index: 0; Oxidative Potential: Sensitive with an induction time of 3.62 (110°C, 10 L/h); Saponification Index: 182 - 200 mgKOH/g; Refractive Index: 1.466 - 1.472.
Concerns: Emollient, softening, tensor, relipidant, purifying, hydrating, fortifying, nourishing, antioxidant, protective, softening.
Effect: All skin types and particularly dry, mature, sensitive and irritated skin; All hair types and particularly dull, dry and brittle hair.
Face care (mists, face creams, scrubs, serums, treatment oils, masks); Body care (hand creams, nourishing lotions/milks/creams, scrubs, body serums, massage oils); Hair care (mists, hair serums, nourishing shampoos, conditioners, hair masks).
Store in a cool place, away from moisture and light in an amber bottle.
Tsubaki plant oil has no contraindications. It can be used by pregnant or breast-feeding women, as well as children. Avoid contact with eyes.