Safflower Oil (Organic & Cold Pressed)

What is Safflower Oil (Organic & Cold Pressed)?

Safflower oil is a delicious, nourishing oil for the skin and a rich source of the Omega-6 fatty acid. Safflower oil gives oily skin deep care without clogging it and soothes red and sensitive skin.

Safflower oil, also known as Thistle Oil, is cold-pressed from the seeds of the thistle plant (Carthamus Tinctorius). The plant is native to Egypt, but is now also grown in other parts of the world. The Safflower oil we sell is made in Australia.

Benefits of Safflower Oil

Cares for oily skin

Safflower oil contains a high percentage of Omega-6 (linoleic acid), which allows the oil to absorb quickly into the skin without leaving a shiny film and clogging pores. By applying safflower oil, the skin will automatically produce less sebum, making your skin less oily and reducing the risk of pimples. In addition, safflower oil has a mattifying effect on (oily) skin.

Soothes red and sensitive skin

In addition to Omega-6, Safflower oil is rich in vitamins A, E and K. Vitamins A and E help protect the skin from harmful external influences. Vitamin A stimulates the production of new skin cells, while vitamin K supports the skin's self-healing capacity. Safflower oil is therefore very nice to use on red, sensitive skin that could use some extra care.

How do you use Safflower oil?

Use Safflower oil directly on the skin or process in DIY care products, making the oil very suitable as a base oil in combination with essential oils. You can also experiment with Safflower oil in the kitchen in dressings, pesto and smoothies.

For the skin

Use Safflower oil as a moisturizer, serum or day cream by applying it morning or evening to cleansed skin. Warm three drops of Safflower Oil between your hands and massage over the face in gentle, circular motions.

The rest of the body also enjoys this moisturizing oil. Apply sunscreen after showering, the oil is absorbed extra well when the skin is still a little damp.

What is so special about Safflower oil?

Safflower was initially grown in Egypt as a replacement for the precious Saffron. But today, the oil of this plant is known for its own practical properties.

Note: Safflower oil can solidify at lower temperatures, sometimes causing lumps or strings to float in it. That's normal. Gently heat the oil in a bain-marie (not above 35 degrees Celsius) to liquefy it again.