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The sunflower is a plant in the Asteraceae family, which originates in North America. Sunflower oil is extracted from the plant’s seeds, which contain 40 to 65% oil. Sunflower oil is interesting because of its linoleic acid content (omega 6). This fatty acid is essential because the human body can not synthesize it. It is known for its important structural role within cell membranes. This oil reduces the transepidermal water loss by restoring the hydrolipidic film. It benefits from regenerating properties, allows an excellent hydration of the skin and to fight against its aging.

Borage (Borago officinalis) is an herbaceous plant from the western Mediterranean region. Its seeds contain 29 to 38% oil. Borage oil is highly rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid.

The apricot tree is a fruit-bearing tree from the Rosaceae family. Apricot oil is made by pressing the kernels contained within the seed shells. It has long been believed that the apricot tree comes from Armenia, hence its scientific name, Prunus armeniaca. The word apricot is derived from an Arabic term, albarquq, meaning “early”, since the apricot tree blooms very early in the spring.

Shea olein is made by fractionating shea butter, a fat obtained from the fruit of the shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii). This wild tree from the Sapotaceae family can only be found in its natural state in Africa, in the regions of Sudan and the Sahel north of the Equator.

The avocado is the fruit of the avocado tree (Persea gratissima), which comes from the Lauraceae family and originates in Mexico and Guatemala. Avocado pulp contains 5 to 30% of oils. Avocado oil has high levels of palmitoleic acid, which penetrates easily while leaving behind a protective layer, making it ideal for delicate skin. It is also rich in oleic acid, which has emollient properties. This oil makes the skin soft and supple and improves its elasticity.

The almond tree (Prunus dulcis) originates in Central Asia and is a member of the Rosaceae family. It is cultivated in Mediterranean countries and in California (more than 80% of global production). Its fruit generally contains a single seed, the almond, from which approximately 50% oil is extracted.

Soya originates in the hot regions of southeast Asia. Today, more than 75% of soya production comes from the United States and South America. Soya oil is extracted from soybeans, which contain around 20% oil.

OLVEA® Silky Shea is a new innovative ester based on a combination of OLVEA’s Shea butter and its scientific expertise. Shea butter is a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii), which belongs to the Sapotaceae family. The fruit is collected from the bush exclusively by women.

Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is an annual herbaceous plant that originates in Central Asia. Hemp seeds contain 30 to 40% oil. Hemp seed oil is uniquely rich in polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, including linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid., which are essential because the human body cannot synthesize them.

Hazel (Corylus avellana) is a bushy shrub from the Corylaceae family that is cultivated in Europe and North America. Its fruit contains a kernel with an oil content of 55 to 65%. Hazelnut oil is very rich in oleic acid, which has emollient properties. It makes the skin soft, supple, and more radiant. This oil is prized for its ability to penetrate the skin quickly without feeling greasy, which makes it excellent in day creams and in massage bases. It is also used in the oily skin care. This oil, with its content in alpha-tocopherols, also known as vitamin E, combats free radicals and features regenerative properties. It is suitable for all skin types. It can be used in all types of body and hair products. Hazelnut oil is also used in the food industry for its pleasant taste and scent.

OLVEA® Creamy Shea is a new innovative ester based on a combination of OLVEA’s Shea butter and its scientific expertise. Shea butter is a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii), which belongs to the Sapotaceae family. The fruit is collected from the bush exclusively by women.

Wheat germ oil is obtained from wheat germ (Triticum aestivum L.). Wheat is thought to be one of the first grains ever cultivated. Wheat germ oil is highly rich in linoleic acid (omega-6). This fatty acid is essential because the body cannot synthesize it. It is known for the important role it plays in the structure of cell membranes.

Evening primrose is a wild plant in the Onagraceae family. At maturity, the flower’s capsules contain hundreds of tiny brown seeds. When dried, these seeds yield 12–30% oil. Evening primrose oil is highly rich in linoleic acids (omega-6) and gamma-linolenic acid (omega-6). These fatty acids are essential because the human body cannot synthesize them.