What is Safflower Oil (Organic & Cold-Pressed)?

Safflower oil is a delightful, 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 Safflower Thistle oil, is cold-pressed from the seeds of the safflower plant (Carthamus Tinctorius). The plant originally comes from 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), so the oil absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a shiny film behind or clogging the pores. Safflower oil is therefore gentle for caring for oily and blemish-prone skin. Moreover, safflower oil has a mattifying effect on (oily) skin.

Soothes red and sensitive skin

Besides Omega-6, Safflower oil is rich in vitamins A, E and K. Vitamins A and E help protect the skin against harmful external influences. Safflower oil is therefore very suitable for 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 incorporate it into DIY skincare products. The oil is very suitable as a base oil in combination with essential oils.

For the skin

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

The rest of the body also enjoys this hydrating oil. Apply it after showering; the oil is absorbed especially well when the skin is still slightly damp.

What is so special about Safflower Oil?

Safflower was initially grown in Egypt as a substitute for the costly Saffron. Today, however, the oil from this plant is known for its own practical properties.

Please note: Safflower oil may solidify at lower temperatures, so small lumps or strands sometimes float in it. This is normal. Gently warm the oil in a bain-marie (not above 35 degrees Celsius) to make it liquid again.