Products

El vino did flow... O&3 presents Grapeseed Oil, Cold Pressed. This top 10 seller comes in many different grades, so take your pick. Grapeseed Oil is a by-product of the wine & juice industry. We take the pulp of the by-product & reprocess the seeds to further extract the oil. No waste! This oil is cold pressed so carries a light aroma & light green color profile. The oil is very versatile & very popular as a base oil to carry many other natural ingredients. The oil gives the skin a silky, smooth texture hence its popularity in massage & as a base of creams/lotions & shampoos. It supposedly carries regenerative attributes so is commonly used in nutritious & healing skin/hair care products.

We are nuts about Brazil Nut Oil! O&3 presents Brazil Nut Oil, Cold Pressed Organic. Collected from one of the largest trees in Peru, this oil is produced from its wild harvested nuts. Brazil nuts themselves have a high oil content and once extracted delivers good solid skin food. The oil itself is popular in skin and hair care applications. Just like most nut oils its fatty acid profile is a great source for delivering shiny, healthy hair and skin cell regeneration. Rich in omega 6 & 9, it is of no surprise you will find it in many a shampoo formulation.

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 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.

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.

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 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 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...

O&3 presents Sage, Water (Hydrosol). This is a "Hydrosol", so the essential oil is dispersed into the water. This is NOT a Hydrolat (that is a by-product of the steam distillation process). We offer both versions, so please do ask if unsure. That said, this Hydrosol is a wonderful & cheap solution to fragrancing. Delicate & light, you obtain the aroma of the essential oil, however far more delicately than that of an essential oil. This is a perfect solution to fragrancing delicate formulations, such as baby care & anti-aging formulations.

O&3 presents Pumpkin Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. This tasty and nutritious oil is produced from pumpkin seeds with many a health benefit. It is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, so just what you need if you want a carrier oil that delivers the necessary nutrition to aid in skin repair & protection. This is a nutty flavored oil which also serves your hair very nicely, it will deliver shine & strength to your hair roots, it has been known to prevent hair loss, particularly in men. Please note that this oil is green in color and does carry an aroma (albeit a lovely nutty aroma) so bear it in mind when formulating, hence why we like to use it just as it is, on its own.

O&3 presents Rose Absolute, Infused in Grapeseed Oil. This is an infusion of Rose Absolute in Grapeseed Oil to give you a cost effective, beautiful smelling Grapeseed oil. Rose Absolute is an intense aromatic oil, so infusing it in Grapeseed oil gives you a beautiful, subtle aromatic carrier oil. This particular infusion is a 5% infusion of Rose Absolute. We can infuse this (and any oils) into the carrier base of your choice, this is one of many - just let us know if you want to try something different!

Get your greens! O&3 presents Cabbage Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. Another classic Super skin food oil. Cabbage oil really is a thing… The seeds of Brassica Campestris are gently pressed to create this super-skin food oil. Cabbage seed oil is a rich source of Vitamin A, but most of all Vitamin C. We like to blend our Cabbage with our other cold pressed oils, such as Basil, Spinach to really create a super-power blend of veggie oils! Get your greens here....

O&3 presents Rose Geranium, Essential Oil Organic. Cultivated & distilled in Morocco this oil carries a beautiful rosy scent, so if you are looking for a floral addition, look no further. The leaves, stalks & flowers of the plant are all used to produce this ingredient that is most commonly used in perfume formulations. It does however sit very well in any cream & lotion formulations, especially when blended with other essential oils. Try it in face formulations to help unclog blocked pores.

O&3 presents Cognac Green, Essential Oil. This green to llight blue essential oil is obtained via distillation from the waste from the grapes from the wine making industry. It is a fresh, woody & slightly fruity aromatic essentila oil.

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.

O&3 presents Rosehip Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. One of our favorites, this classic ingredient has been building momentum across the industry & for good reason. This particular grade is call "O Color" as it is more ORANGE in color due to less of the pulp being used in the pressing of the oil. People prefer a more orange grade (this grade) as it is easier to formulate with due to less red intensity. Both color options are available. Wild harvested, this oil is handpicked & then lightly pressed to produce a golden-red tinted oil. With regards to our Canina grade, the hips are dried, cleaned & then lightly cold pressed. Rosehips are known to have a vast vitamin A & E content hence its popularity in formulations. Often referred to as a 'tonic' oil, if it is not in your formulation, we recommend serving this oil just as it is & applied directly to the skin & face. It is a diuretic oil containing trans-retinoic acid which carries many a therapeutic property. It has been used for centuries as a skin cell & tissue repairer hence its growing popularity. You can now see why it is not an oil you want to ignore.

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 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 Tomato Seed Oil, Cold Pressed. Something different for you to consider. We collect the seeds of a Tomato & cold press to deliver a wonderful Tomato product. This product makes for a super base for most cosmetic formulations, you simply cannot go wrong with this oil no matter the finished product or formulation. It is stable & has an extensive shelf life, versatile, easy to use & incredibly cost effective. This oil is perfectly suited for those that are looking to create a hair or skin care range with an edge. We gently refine this product to allow you to then fragrance it as you wish.

O&3 presents Rosehip Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic (R Color). This particular grade is more Red in color. One of our favorites, this classic ingredient has been building momentum across the industry & for good reason. Wild harvested, this oil is handpicked & then lightly pressed to produce a golden-red tinted oil. With regards to our Canina grade, the hips are dried, cleaned & then lightly cold pressed. Rosehips are known to have a vast vitamin A & E content hence its popularity in formulations. Often referred to as a 'tonic' oil, if it is not in your formulation, we recommend serving this oil just as it is & applied directly to the skin & face. It is a diuretic oil containing trans-retinoic acid which carries many a therapeutic property. It has been used for centuries as a skin cell & tissue repairer hence its growing popularity. You can now see why it is not an oil you want to ignore.

O&3 presents Lavender Water, Organic (Hydrolat). This Water is Distilled from the Lavender plant at the highest level of purity to ensure a pure, premium hydrolat. Hydrolats (waters) are the aromatic remains after the steam-distillation process of the physical raw material. They are an excellent complement to essential oils because they are very gentle in their profile. The hydrolat smells like a deeper, earthier version of Lavender Essential Oil. The product is so gentle it has proved very popular in a wide range of baby products. A great relaxing aroma, hence its popularity as aroma mists & pillow mists.

O&3 presents Chia Seed Oil, Refined. This oil is both nutritious internally & externally. Initially used as a super food ingredient, it has risen up the charts of the cosmetic world for the very same reason. Sufferers of dry skin love this oil as it absorbs beautifully & delivers tremendous amounts of goodness, including essential fatty acids, Omega 3/6/9. Popular for those that are looking for a dry skin healer, chapped lips repairer & sun burn healer! It is a common & historic European application for its anti-aging benefits, apply a few drops of Chia around the eyes daily & see the benefits come into fruition. It absorbs wonderfully so acts as a super-duper hydrator. This particular grade is Refined, so the oil is lighter in color & carries no aroma.

Jasmin Absolute Infused in Grapeseed Oil (5%)

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.

Soyabean, Partially Hydrogenated (32)

O&3 presents Arnica, Infused in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Organic. Our infusion is a popular choice due to its cost effectiveness & versatility in formulations. We naturally infuse the herb in our organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (we can infuse in another oil if you wish), this is using zero heat or chemicals, just lots of patience! Also known as "mountain tobacco", Arnica is known to stimulate your blood flow when applied externally hence why it is used in many a bruise & skin scar formulations.

O&3 presents Frankincense Water (Hydrolat). This Water is a by product of the Frankincense oil distillation process. Hydrolats (waters) are the aromatic remains after the steam-distillation process of the physical raw material. They are an excellent complement to essential oils because they are very gentle in their profile. The product is so gentle it has proved very popular in a wide range of baby products. A great relaxing aroma, hence its popularity as aroma mists & pillow mist.

O&3 presents Neroli, Water Organic (Hydrolat). This Water is Distilled from the production of Neroli essential oil. Hydrolats (waters) are the aromatic remains after the steam-distillation process of the physical raw material. They are an excellent complement to essential oils because they are very gentle in their profile. The product is so gentle it has proved very popular in a wide range of baby products. A great relaxing aroma, hence its popularity as aroma mists & pillow mists.

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 Lavender Indian Kashmir, Essential Oil. This high grade Lavender oil is grown at high altitudes in the Indian Himalayas. With a increased scent, it is known to be as good a quality of the best French lavender. It just comes at a premium price!

O&3 presents Comfrey, Infused in Almond Oil Organic. Our infusion is a popular choice due to its cost effectiveness & versatility in formulations. We naturally infuse the herb in our organic Almond (we can infuse in another oil if you wish), this is using zero heat or chemicals, just lots of patience! Comfrey acts as a repairer of the skin, historically a medicinal herb, it is still commonly used to aid dealing with rashes, stretch marks & scars on the skin.

O&3 presents Chamomile Roman, Water Organic (Hydrolat). We offer a wide range of waters. Chamomile Roman, Water being the most common of all, appropriately used in a wide range of formulations. The water itself is produced as a by-product of the production of Roman Chamomile essential oil. The water itself is very straightforward to use, it is extremely gentle hence why it is popular in baby & pet care products. A very soothing product & widely used as an anti-inflammatory product.

O&3 presents Desert Date Oil, Cold Pressed. This arid (very resilient!) savanana plant is found on the periphery of the Sahara. O&3 presents Desert Date Oil, Cold Pressed. This arid (very resilient!) savanana plant is found on the periphery of the Sahara. This plant is able to remain green all year long, forms a true green shield by playing a permanent arm-wrestling with the mineral desert. It draws the moisture necessary for its survival thanks to an efficient root system capable of sinking very deeply into the ground. As a “pioneer plant”, it is a green oasis that allows other plants to find shelter under its soothing shadow. Locally the plant is a source of nourishment, the young leaves are consumed as spinach, the ripe fruits are appreciated & eaten like "candy" by children & the old people who find an invigorating food supplement. Finally, the seeds provide an oil by cold pressing, this latter is consumed as food locally, but has also become popular in the cosmetic world due to its attractive fatty acid profile.

O&3 presents Manketti Seed Oil (Mongongo Oil), Cold Pressed Organic. Also known as Mongongo Oil, this African beauty is rich in goodness and extremely versatile when it comes to application. Manketti carries a high nutritional value, it is rich in Vitamin E, C which are both super for skin repairs. A super power in the anti-aging world. We have used it on hair (for scalp repair), nails (to hydrate & strengthen) and the skin (improves skin’s elasticity), there are no ends to this ingredient. This particular grade is gently cold pressed so you can obtain the benefits of Manketti oil with its wonderful natural aroma.

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.

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.