Emollient

Meadowfoam Seed Oil

A unique plant oil with an exceptionally stable and light composition. Meadowfoam seed oil provides long-lasting hydration, forms a protective film on the skin, and acts as an effective fragrance fixative.

Light oilProtective filmStabilityHydration

✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Meadowfoam seed oil is derived from Limnanthes Alba seeds. Unique due to its content of ~98% long-chain fatty acids C20-C22, which are rarely found in plant oils. Extremely stable to oxidation — does not go rancid. INCI: Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil.

Used in facial serums, hair products, and night creams. Lighter than most plant oils due to its unique fatty acid profile. Often used in combination with other oils to enhance stability.

Key Benefits

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Light and long-lasting hydration

Forms a protective film on the skin's surface that retains moisture without a heavy or greasy feel.

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Exceptional oxidative stability

Does not go rancid and does not oxidize unlike most plant oils, ensuring a long shelf life for products.

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Softening and silkiness

Provides skin softness and silkiness, improving skin texture and feel after application.

Suitable for

Suitable for all skin typesOily skinNormal skinMature skin

Main Actions

✓ Hydration✓ Protective film✓ Softening✓ Barrier protection✓ Silkiness

Synergy with other oils

Meadowfoam seed oil effectively extends the shelf life of unstable oils when mixed — stabilizes other components of the formula due to its antioxidant properties.

CategoryEmollients

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Meadowfoam Seed Oil do for skin?

Used in facial serums, hair products, and night creams. Lighter than most plant oils due to its unique fatty acid profile. Often used in combination with other oils to enhance stability.

Who should use Meadowfoam Seed Oil?

Meadowfoam Seed Oil is suitable for: Suitable for all skin types, Oily skin, Normal skin, Mature skin.

Are there any warnings about Meadowfoam Seed Oil?

Meadowfoam seed oil effectively extends the shelf life of unstable oils when mixed — stabilizes other components of the formula due to its antioxidant properties.

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