Products

THE Brazilian Butter. O&3 presents Cupuacu Butter. Wild harvested in the Brazilian amazon this butter has caused waves across the cosmetic sector for its versatility & production story. Produced from the seeds of the Cupuacu tree, this butter is incredibly subtle/soft & melts beautifully into the skin so we recommend doing little with it in your formulation. A nutritious ingredient, its make up is full of sterols & has a cracking fatty acid profile. Try it on your skin, you will see it melt & absorb just as you want a body butter to....

Soyabean, Partially Hydrogenated (32)

O&3 presents Mafura Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. Produced by a small community in Zimbabwe, this cold pressed oil is produced by harvesting the fruit from the tree and extracting the seeds from the kernels. The oil has a rich fatty acid profile making it a great ingredient for soaps, moisturizers, lip balms. It is high in palmitic & oleic acid making it a super antioxidant ingredient. It is perfectly suited for a direct to skin moisturizer as an easy absorber of the skin; it is high moisturizing & absorbing, natural emollient which is known to restore elasticity in the skin.

Lets get scrubbing! O&3 presents Plum Seed, Exfoliant. Our exfoliant/ scrub range is pretty unique, we try & recycle as many of the by-products in the production of our oil. In this case, we are using seeds of the Plum fruit to bring you a highly functional natural exfoliant solution. With recent changes in laws in exfoliator use, they are all the rage! They are an effective means of removing dead skin to bring you a revitalized smooth new layer of skin. Time to turn natural in your exfoliator regime/ formulation.

O&3 presents Yangu Oil, Cold Pressed. This 100% cold pressed nut oil is a wonderful light serum oil, best utilized either on the skin or the hair. This nut oil stands out as nutritious with it being rich in essential fatty acids & anti-oxidants. The oil itself is light & easily absorbs in the hair & skin, allowing it to be a perfect direct application oil. The oil is produced by the Maasai tribe in Kenya & has been used in cooking & personal care application in Kenya for generations.

O&3 presents Avocado Oil, Refined Organic. Our Avocado Oil originates from Ethiopia where we utilize the damaged Avocados (that are not fit for sale as a fruit). The co-operative we work with produces local jobs & infrastructure - there is a wealth of sustainability info that we are happy to share on request. This high vitamin enriched oil is delicately expeller pressed then refined from the flesh of the Avocado pear. Commonly used in hair products due to its ability to stimulate hair growth. Its popularity is due to a long list of functionalities but most of all its ability to penetrate & absorb into the skin like no other. Its versatility will allow a wide range of application from skin care to hair maintenance.

O&3 presents Prickly Pear Seed Oil, Refined. This new addition to the range has hit the cosmetic world by storm & for good reason. It is extremely rich in Vitamins E & K, essential fatty acids & antioxidants. All the goodies that deliver nutrition to the skin to aid in repair & replenishment. The oil will deliver moisture & restore elasticity to the skin & at the same time reduce/prevent the free radicals (that age the skin). We particularly like to place dots of this oil directly beneath the eye lids before bed, it aids in reducing those eye bags, & you feel & look fresh as a daisy! This particular grade is Refined so it is a lot lighter in color & carries no aroma.

Lets get scrubbing! O&3 presents Coffee Green, Exfoliant. Our exfoliant/ scrub range is pretty unique, we try & recycle as many of the by-products in the production of our oil. In this case, we are using Green Coffee seeds to bring you a highly functional natural exfoliant solution. With recent changes in laws in exfoliator use, they are all the rage! They are an effective means of removing dead skin to bring you a revitalized smooth new layer of skin. Time to turn natural in your exfoliator regime/ formulation.

O&3 presents Walnut Oil, Cold Pressed. Sourced in the vast Walnut regions of Turkey, this high grade Walnut oil offers numerous raw benefits due to the sensitive nature in which it was produced via cold pressing. This oil is perfectly suited for those that want a cost effective cold pressed carrier oil with straight to the point benefits. Remember, this is a cold pressed product so all the goodies remain within the oil. Straightforward nutritious skin food.

O&3 presents Almond (Sweet) Oil, Cold Pressed. Sourced in the vast Almond regions of California, this high grade Almond offers numerous raw benefits due to the sensitive nature in which it was produced via cold pressing. This oil is perfectly suited for those that want a cost effective organic carrier oil with straight to the point benefits. Remember, this is a cold pressed product so all the goodies remain within the oil. Straightforward nutritious skin food.

O&3 presents Ghee, Butter. Ghee is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "sprinkled". This butter is made by rendering the milk fat from the butter to separate the milk solids & water. It is produced by the melting of the butter & skimming the fat off of the top. The result (once cooled) is a creamy looking solid. Rich in vitamin A, D, E & K, this products is common in Asian cooking & now commonly used in food application worldwide, but it also is used as a cosmetic base due to its ease of handling. With a high melting/smoke point this product can act as a super body butter base, allowing you to flavor/fragrance however you wish.

O&3 presents Marula Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic. This Madagascan 'super oil' is a belter of an oil. Bursting with antioxidants, Omega 6 & 9 and a high Linoleic content. We offer this oil in cold pressed or a refined format depending on whether you want a nutty aroma or not. The oil itself is a superb emollient and absorbs effectively into the skin with a non greasy feel. It will leave you skin feeling incredibly silky & smooth. Just like most nutty oils, it is fantastic for your hair and we would strongly recommend using this product to nourish the scalp & to deliver hair shine. 100% Organic!

O&3 presents Parsley Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. This is a new one, fresh off the press for us. Don’t confuse this with the Essential Oil. This is the fixed, Cold Pressed Oil. This oil enriched seed is a super source of a variety of goodness. It carries a wealth of omega 3, vitamin B & E, folic acid, phosphorus & a high nutritional value, all of which deliver antioxidant & anti-aging properties. It is straightforward good skin & hair food, mainly down to its wealthy content of Vitamin E. Due to its lightly cold pressed nature formulators like to use this in skin lotions to reduce damaged skin, in particular dry, cracked skin. Or within hair formulations to repair cracked & dry hair. It is a quick & easy absorber...

What's up doc! O&3 presents Carrot Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. This is totally unique to the market. Harvested from wild carrot seeds, it is a classic, highly nutritious oil. We are delighted to offer you this Omega enriched oil. We collect the seeds (a lot of them!) and then press away. This completely natural cold pressing method delivers a stunningly fresh, earthy aromatic oil. As for the inherent benefits, just like our wide range of natural fruit seed oils, it's full of antioxidants & essential fatty acids. Widely used in skin care for this very reason & of course there's the marketing benefits of a 100% naturally produced oil, utilizing a raw material that would otherwise be disposed of. Unique, different, versatile, functional... Exactly what we strive for here at O&3.

O&3 presents Sesame Seed Oil, Cold Pressed & Deodorized Organic. This ancient raw material has been utilized for centuries & for good reason, it's full of all the goodies that are great for the body inside & out. First of all, the seeds carry plenty of zinc, which is an essential mineral that boosts production of collagen which delivers more elasticity to the skin & aids in the repairing of skin cells. It also carries a wealth of vitamin D & B, & most of all the natural antioxidant, vitamin E. Its versatility in skin care is apparent, commonly used in formulations from sun-care products (due to the vitamin E content), through to massage blends due to its ability to remove environmental toxins from your body, leaving your skin detoxified post massage. Its popularity in massage is also due to its functionality when it comes to increasing blood circulation & improving elasticity of your skin. We have not touched on its nutritional content, but rest assured, it is as good for consuming as it is applying!

O&3 presents Peach Kernel, Butter. This high oil content seed butter is robust & serves as a super lubricant, hydrator & due to its water soluble characteristics it is a super base for essential oils. It's a common ingredient in soaps & hair care. We take the expeller pressed & refined oil & then hydrogenate to create this Peach butter. Due to its cost effectiveness this butter is popular as a base for lipsticks & body butters. You can add pretty much any essential oil to this product to achieve whatever the aroma profile.

An oil that has saved many a whale life! O&3 presents Jojoba Seed Oil, Refined Organic. Jojoba refined is waterlike (clear) and odorless designed for you to reap the benefits of Jojoba Oil but at the same time not have its natural golden color affect your formulation color. Jojoba itself was originally introduced into the market as a replacement to sperm whale oil. The incredible story of this oil is that the spectacular sperm whales were once harvested (killed) for its spermaceti wax content. The introduction of Jojoba established it carried similar, if not better properties, saving the lives of multiple whales. The oil is a non greasy lubricator; best served in hair & skin care products and more natural product ranges such as for babies. A super hair strengthener delivering shine. A superb emollient, the oil works perfectly on its own directly on the skin. So much so, research has established that Jojoba Oil absorbs so well it can reach the corneal layer via the follicle wall, oils do not absorb much better than this.

O&3 presents Amaranth Oil, Cold Pressed. A highly unsaturated & high triglyceride oil. A lightly colored oil that holds it own effectively at high & low temperatures. Its versatility is enriched in all the right fatty acids thanks to the lightly cold pressed process it goes through. Commonly used as a hair care ingredient adding plenty of shine to ones hair.

Full of goodness & zero waste too! O&3 presents Raspberry Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic. We are delighted to offer you this Omega enriched fruit oil. 100% Organic. The seeds are a by-product of the fruit juice & jam industry, so no waste. We collect the seeds (a lot of them!) & then press away, this completely natural cold pressing method delivers a stunningly fresh, light fruity aromatic oil. As for the inherent benefits, just like our wide range of natural fruit seed oils, full of antioxidants & essential fatty acids. Widely used in skin care for this very reason & of course the marketing benefits of a 100% naturally produced oil, utilizing a raw material that would otherwise be disposed of. Unique, different, versatile, functional... Exactly what we strive for here at O&3.

Herbalicious… O&3 presents Calendula, Infused in Almond Oil Organic. Calendula herb is commonly known to aid in the repairing of damaged skin & healing burns, bites & abrasions. We naturally infuse Calendula herb into our Sunflower oil to control the aroma, but most of all the Almond acts as a super nutritious carrier for the natural herb, which is what makes this ingredient a wonderful hydrator of the skin. It's a popular choice for formulations such as lip care products, body lotions & face creams

O&3 presents Lupine Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. Lupine oil a great ingredient for the treatment of sun damaged skin. It is known for its emollient & antioxidant properties. It is often used in dry & sensitive skin formulations. It is mostly made up of oleic & erucic acid, so rich in Omega 3 & 9, making this oil a super hydrator.

O&3 presents Safflower High Linoleic Oil, Cold Pressed. This product is the base of many cosmetic formulations, you simply cannot go wrong with this oil no matter the finished product or formulation. It is stable & has a decent shelf life for a cold pressed oil. It is an unsaturated oil that is yellow in color, with a makeup similar to that of Sunflower oil. This oil is perfectly suited for those that want a cheap carrier oil to get their formulation up & running; whether its a soap, shampoo, massage oil or face cream.

O&3 presents Bilberry Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. This is a cracking super-fruit oil. Extremely rich in antioxidants, hence is rise to power as a real gem of a super-fruit oil. The oil contains tocotrienols, which are known to be more powerful than vitamin E itself which makes it a fantastic skin moisturizer and anti-aging ingredient. The oil when applied directly is an easy absorber hence why we like to apply it just as it is, leaving the skin firm & plump. Super fruit oils are plentiful in our range and this one has to be a top 3 ingredient for us. A fantastic rejuvenating oil!

O&3 presents Cacay Oil, Cold Pressed. This raw material is wild harvested in the Brazilian Amazon and is flowing with benefits… Rich in nutrients including vitamins, antioxidants & essential fatty acids. The oil itself is a light and dry oil which absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy feel on the skin. An absolute winner in all formulations, including face, body, hair and nails. The oil has a light, nutty scent which disappears quickly after application as well as a long decent shelf life (for a Cold Pressed Oil).

What's up doc! O&3 presents Black Lilac Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. Harvested from wild Black Lilac Seeds. These seeds are most commonly steam distilled for the essential oil, however we prefer it as a cold pressed. It is not a common oil, but we love it. It is a fantastic oil to soften, soothe and protect the skin, leaving it feeling hydrated. Its popularity is more towards the more mature skin types through scalp and hair care applications.

O&3 presents Bucchu, Essential Oil. Also known as Bucchu Betulina Oil, this essential oil is distilled from the leaves (wild harvested). Bucchu itself is a shrub that grows in the mountains, in close proximity to rocks (the roots are attached to rocks), which collect the moisture for the plant to flourish. The plant is related to the citrus family, hence delivering a slight minty aroma alongside Blackcurrant/ herbaceous notes.

O&3 presents Onion Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. You better believe it… But this Onion Seed Oil will not make your eyes water! Do not be misled; this seed is not from the vegetable itself, rather from the flowers of the onion plant. You may not have come across this oil but it has been in circulation for centuries. The oil is very much considered a "repair" oil, especially when it comes to hair & skin care. Packed with vitamin C (folic acid) this oil carries plenty of punch in the essential fatty acid department. It blends well on your hair (it does not smell like onion, do not worry!) & aids in the strengthening of hair follicles & nourishment of the scalp. It is equally beneficial on the skin due to its anti-bacterial & antioxidant properties & absorbs just as effectively on the skin. Onion Oil is making a come-back.

Herbalicious…. O&3 presents St Johns Wort, Infused in Extra Virgin Olive Oil. St Johns Wort is commonly known to aid in the repairing of damaged skin & healing burns, bites & abrasions. We naturally infuse St Johns Wort herb into our Extra Virgin Olive Oil to control the aroma, but most of all the Olive Oil acts as a super nutritious carrier for the natural herb, which is what makes this ingredient a wonderful hydrator of the skin. The infused oil works particularly well in stretch mark & skin scar formulations. This version is a darker green oil in comparison to the Sunflower Oil version which we also offer.

O&3 presents Rapeseed, Hydrogenated. The high oil content Rapeseed seed delivers a robust oil/butter that serves as a super lubricant, hydrator & due to its water soluble characteristics it is a super base for essential oils. It's a common ingredient in soaps & hair & in the case of this grade, food.

O&3 presents Apricot Kernel Oil, Cold Pressed. Kernels sourced in the vast fruit region of Turkey, this Apricot oil offers numerous raw benefits due to the sensitive nature in which it was produced via cold pressing. This oil is perfectly suited for those that want a cost effective carrier oil with straight to the point benefits. Traditionally used in face masks & face creams due to its ability to soften the skin & absorb easily. Remember, this is a cold pressed product so all the goodies remain within the oil. Straightforward nutritious skin food.

Aloe there! O&3 presents Aloe Vera 200:1, Powder. We have a wide family of Aloe at O&3 that all provide you with a variety of purposes. Our Mexican Aloe lives up to its name serving as a super skin moisturizer, successfully carrying oxygen to the skin cells. A well known calming & soothing ingredient that has been used for centuries to aid burns & scars. Exactly why it is a staple holiday ingredient to aid those sun burns!

O&3 presents Peanut Oil, Cold Pressed Organic. Cold Pressed & Organic Peanuts deliver a highly nutritious oil that delivers a wide spectrum of benefits for the skin. Due to its CP nature, it has a nutty aroma to the oil. From vitamin B & E to folic acid & minerals, this oil provides your skin with the nutrients required to rebuild your skin cells & nourish accordingly. This oil does leave a slightly greasy feel to the skin so we would encourage you to formulate using this ingredient rather than using it on its own. Predominantly used as a base ingredient for soaps, lotions & creams, this cost effective ingredient is worth considering if you want to keep your formulation costs to a minimum.