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OPW Ingredients Linseed Oil, from golden and brown linseeds

OPW Ingredients Linseed Oil, from golden and brown linseeds is extracted from the ripe seeds of common flax, a plant that grows in the Mediterranean region and other hot areas. There are two different types of linseeds: brown and golden. Depending on their type and ripeness, the seeds contain between 30 and 45% oil.

INCI Name: Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil

Functions: Nourishing Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Cell Regeneration

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    Identification & Functionality

    INCI Name

    Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil

    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

    Nourishing Agent

    CAS No.
    8001-26-1
    Country of Origin
    Mediterranean region, Argentina, USA, Canada, Russia
    Technologies

    Cosmetic Ingredients

    Product Families

    Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

    Skin Actives

    Features & Benefits

    Benefit Claims

    Cell Regeneration

    Labeling Claims

    Clean at Sephora,

    Credo Clean Standard,

    Organic,

    Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

    Quality

    Virgin, virgin Organic

    Applications & Uses

    Application Format

    Lotions

    Application

    Cosmetics

    Linseed oil contains a large amount of two essential fatty acids, linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. This makes it an ideal base oil for cosmetic products. Because it supports cell regeneration, it is especially suitable for dry, chapped skin. Linseed oil is often used in face creams and body lotions.

    • nourishes chapped, coarse skin
    • high amount of linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid

    Pharmaceutics

    Linseed oil capsules are used in the pharmaceutical industry as an alternative to fish oil capsules, as they provide important omega-3 fatty acids.

    • processed into capsules


    Food

    In cooking, linseed oil is a popular source of omega-3 fatty acids and many other healthy nutrients. It should only be used for cold dishes or drizzled on top of hot dishes after cooking, as heat destroys many of these valuable nutrients. Thanks to its slightly nutty flavor, linseed oil enhances curd, dips, salads and many other dishes.

    • high amount of omega-3 fatty acids
    • enhances cold dishes

    Animal feed

    Linseed oil contains a large amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for animal health. It is often used in feedstuffs for horses, dogs and cats. Alternatively, it can be given to animals directly. Linseed oil can boost the immune system of animals and make their fur beautiful and neat.- high amount of omega-3 fatty acids- dietary supplement for horses, cats and dogs

    • high amount of omega-3 fatty acids
    • dietary supplement for horses, cats and dogs

    Technology

    In the technical industry, linseed oil is used as a natural wood preservative. It penetrates deep into the wood and protects it from the inside. The oil is also used to produce lacquers and oil paints. Even the automotive industry has been relying on linseed oil in its production processes in an effort to use more renewable raw materials.

    • natural wood preservative
    • paints and lacquers