Products in Vitamins, Extracts & Oils: Silky Feel

Lipofructyl® Argan LS 9779 is made from one of the traditional beauty secrets of Moroccan women, argan oil. With the help of a 100% female cooperative network, the argan oil used in this product is collected in a way that helps preserve the Argania forest and improve the social status of Moroccan women. Lipofructyl® is a precious oil that is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and natural tocopherols that are nourishing, regenerating, and protective. When applied to the skin, argan oil spreads easily and penetrates rapidly without giving an oily or shiny effect, leaving an extraordinary softness and sensory skin feel.

Seamollient™ is a cosmetic ingredient that contains water, propylene glycol, citric acid, and Chondrus Crispus extract. It is primarily used in Home Care and Pet Care applications within the HI&I Care market.. It is compliant with DSL (Canada) chemical inventories.

Texiterra™ Marula Oil is a non-greasy cold pressed oil rich in fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants. It protects and hydrates the skin for a radiant tone and moisturises hair for a silky-soft feel. The Marula tree has a spiritual status in Southern Africa and for the Zulu tribe symbolises women’s fertility, softness and tenderness. Marula kernels are so full of oil that squeezing by hand alone can release a rich yield.

Texiterra™ Grapeseed Oil is a by-product of the wine and juice industry. The by-product pulp and seeds are cold pressed to extract oil and eliminate waste. The cold pressed process produces an oil with a light green color profile and a light aroma. Texiterra™ Grapeseed Oil is a popular and versatile base oil, used as a carrier for many other natural ingredients. It provides a silky, smooth texture, with regenerative attributes, and is commonly used in nutritious and healing skincare and haircare products.

Texiterra™ Kalahari Melon Seed Oil is a light, non-greasy easily absorbed cold pressed oil rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants with a long history of traditional use in Africa. Its high Omega 6 and Omega 9 content stimulates skin cell growth, prompting regeneration and giving skin a fresher appearance. Texiterra™ Kalahari Melon Seed Oil is rich in Vitamins A, C and E. It nourishes, protects and hydrates the skin, unclogging pores and reducing excess sebum, with a tightening effect making skin look firmer and reduces wrinkles.

Texiterra™ Rapeseed Oil is a cold pressed natural oil sourced from a LEAF Marque Gold standard farm local to our UK headquarters. Due to the cold pressed production process Texiterra™ Rapeseed Oil is very rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and sterols. It is a popular and versatile oil that can be used as a carrier for many other natural ingredients. It is a natural moisturiser providing a rich creamy texture that promotes healthier skin, helps prevent premature ageing and repairs damaged hair.

HEDI® Hemp Seed Oil (R10116) is an elegant water-based microdispersion carrying more than 30% hemp seed oil that is rich in proteins, lecithin, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids: linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). Applications for HEDI® Hemp Seed Oil include skin, scalp, and hair softening and moisturizing regimens, as well as skin barrier repair and microbiome-modulating products. Hemp seed oil is an excellent emollient that promotes a youthful appearance by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, plumping the skin, and increasing skin elasticity. HEDI® Hemp Seed Oil is a natural, plant-derived silicone alternative.HEDI® products are stable ingredient blends of aqueous and oil-based materials made using a unique manufacturing process. HEDI® products are ultra-concentrated homogeneous constructs that are infinitely dilutable in aqueous systems. HEDI® products have superior aesthetics while simplifying formulation and manufacturing processes and enhancing the delivery of active ingredients in the formula. HEDI® products can be adjusted to achieve a consistency that is milk-like (pourable and even sprayable), creamy, or paste-like. Tactile properties can be light and silky or velvety and more occlusive. HEDI® products streamline manufacturing processes for time, energy, and cost savings by avoiding additional heating, melting, and mixing steps. HEDI® products are amenable to cold processes and do not require surfactants or emulsifiers.HEDI® products have properties similar to the skin barrier, promoting skin permeability and facilitating delivery through the lipid-rich, waterproof stratum corneum. Finished products have a better feel and provide superior surface coverage when compared to traditionally formulated butters and oils.

Conventional or organic available The Apricot tree (Prunus armeniaca) is the most commonly cultivated apricot species. It is a small tree that grows up to 12 meters tall with a dense, spreading canopy. The fruits, which ripen to orange or yellowish orange, sometimes tinged with red, have soft flesh surrounding a hard, flattened stone, containing a kernel within. Apricot oil is pressed from the seed of the fruit. It has a clear light texture and is easily absorbed by the skin and full of nutrients and rich in essential fatty acids and is an excellent moisturizer.

Linseed extract organic 1.0 NP enables a wide range of skin care products, especially those that aim to take care of stressed skin and repair damaged skin. At a use concentration of 5%, the moisture of the skin increases by 23.6% within 3 hours compared to the initial situation or a placebo. Anti-inflammatory and wound healing effects make linseed extract a valuable active ingredient in face and skin care products. This product is COSMOS certified.

SMA'RT® Arrowroot Powder is an odorless fine white colored powder, with a slight starch flavor that is 100% sustainably sourced and plant derived. It can function as an alternative to talc. It can also be used as a thickener, provide glide in stick products, and is water and oil absorbent. It provides a softer and silkier feel to a product. It can be used in personal care applications. Sample Size: 200g

SMA'RT® Tapioca Powder is extracted from Manihot Esculenta, which is commonly known as Cassava. It is non-GMO, aluminum-free, and non-irritating. SMA'RT® Tapioca Powder can be used as a safe and natural talcum replacement. Sample Size: 200g

Squalene naturally occurs in the unsaponifiable matter in Olive Oil and some other vegetable oils, as well as in the skin’s lipid barrier and in blood serum. It is also available from maritime sources. Production and distribution are strictly separated. Squalene is further processed to produce Squalane. Squalane is a clear, odorless and colorless liquid, which is produced from hydrogenation of the natural substance Squalene. Squalene is sensitive to oxidation due to its double compounds, but becomes resistant to oxidation and heat when it is hydrogenated.

Gleditschia triacanthos is a tree which grows in North America and has become acclimatized in Europe, in the Balkan peninsula and in south-east Asia. It is called “honey locust tree” or “locust bean” and belongs to the Cesalpiniae family.

Our lipid-enhanced, Full-Spectrum CBD Tincture oil is has been developed and formulated by scientists to provide a highly effective product for your consumer/patient against the strictest quality standards in the industry. This premium CBD oil is produced from extracts of the aerial parts of the hemp plant resulting in the full spectrum of CBD properties including minor cannabinoids and terpenes as well as a federally compliant level of THC. (federal guidelines for THC, i.e., 0.3% or less.) Our Patent Pending Lipid metabolite enhancement technology is supported by independent research which demonstrates One Hemp CBD has increased bioavailability in the body by as much as 75% over leading CBD brands.

Stephenson Easy Cream is made using Sunflower Oil and rich in Vitamin E our Easy Cream base is fully formulated, and ready to go. This product base simply requires the addition of your color, fragrance, essential oils and additives to produce an array of fantastic cream products.

Organic Plum Seed Oil it contributes to regenerative processes of the skin and is especially suitable for dry, damaged and sensitive skin. Due to the high content of oleic acid, plum seed oil is easily absorbed into the skin and facilitates deep penetration of cosmetic active ingredients. As it helps retain moisture, the user experiences an incredibly silky skin feeling.

Our lipid-enhanced, Full-Spectrum CBD microencapsulated powder has been developed and formulated by scientists to provide a highly effective product for your consumer/patient against the strictest quality standards in the industry. This premium granular powder is produced from extracts of the aerial parts of the hemp plant resulting in the full spectrum of CBD properties including minor cannabinoids and terpenes as well as a federally compliant level of THC (federal guidelines for THC, i.e., 0.3% or less.) Our Patent Pending Lipid metabolite enhancement technology is supported by Independent Research which demonstrated One Hemp CBD has increased bioavailability in the body by as much as 75% over leading CBD brands.

FANCOL SHEA BUTTER shows its ability to protect the skin from sun and helps to ease superficial skin irritation.

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.

JD Jojoba Desert JD Jojoba Silk-Like Powder is a unique mix of JD Jojoba Oil and Tapioca starch, creating a smooth and silky powder that can be used for multiple purposes. It is non-GMO and luminumfree powder, which provides a velvety, soft sensation and enhanced compatibility with oils, water, emulsifiers & surfactants.

Seed Extract It is a natural emollient derived from the seeds of raphanus sativus. Its fatty acid composition distinguishes it from other botanicals and provides exceptional oxidative stability. DSE’s unique chemistry imparts a delicate, non-oily feel on the skin. It is used in face oils, oil cleansers, hair treatments, hand & cuticle care, skin, hair, serums and styling products. It is an approved raw material under the Ecocert & COSMOS standard.

FANCOR ABYSSINIAN OIL has a unique molecular structure not found in any other naturally occurring substance. It provides natural luster, lubricity and an emollient feeling to hair care products. Abyssinian oil provides excellent pigment wetting and is a very efficient pigment dispersant, which leaves behind an elegant cushioning skin feel.

BIO-MARINE COLLAGEN HAIR is an active ingredient with an extraordinary high concentration of marine origin soluble collagen – from 3,00 to 3,20 % - It is also of high purity. The collagen fibers are degraded by proteolitic enzymes known as collagenase. The collagen fibers, once they are produced, are constantly suffering a restore process.

Lipex SMP™ is a highly versatile, oxidative-stable, solid emollient with a sharp melting profile and excellent crystallinity. It combines a silky-smooth richness with a soft-dry skin feel to offer unique textures transformations in face, hand and body care formulations. Suitable for both emulsion and anhydrous-based systems, it is an excellent base for creating aerated products and is an efficient texturiser for cosmetic pencils, sticks and crayons.

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.

Natralipid® Abyssinian (Crambe abyssinica) seed oil is the plant kingdom’s highest natural source of erucic acid — prized for its skin lubricity, easy absorption, light, odorless, & non-greasy texture. Abyssinian oil is the richest plant-based oil for hair radiancy, strength, and silkiness, outperforming argan oil. Natralipid® Abyssinian oil assures a fully risk-mitigated and quality-assured supply chain, from NCI’s fields to your brand’s formulations.

Marula Oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of “Sclerocarya birrea”. Marula oil has been shown to improve skin hydration and smoothness as well as reduce skin redness. The oil is classified as medium rich and is silky to the touch with an excellent ‘slip factor’ making it ideal as massage oil.

Stephenson Easy Lotion is made using Sunflower Oil, and rich in Vitamin E our Easy Lotion base is fully formulated, and is ready to go. This product base simply requires the addition of your color, fragrance, essential oils and additives.

Cultivated from the simple seed of the moringa tree, this virgin natural oil is silky, soft, and soothing. Adding moringa to your beauty regime results in a premium moisturizing experience that is both long-lasting and light without being overly greasy.

BioBrazil Botanicals Pracaxi Oil is extracted from seeds that fall from the Pracaxi tree, harvested from Feb to May each year. It is not cultivated, therefore supply of the oil is limited to its harvesting season.

Kerfoot Group Argan Oil is predominantly used in skincare and wellness applications, where its powerful emollient effect nourishes the skin and locks in moisture. Esthetically, Argan Oil makes a wonderful addition to cosmetics formulations with a gentle amber coloring and a sweet aroma.

Marula trees are widely distributed throughout the semi-arid savannahs of eastern and southern Africa. Pollination of the tree’s delightful flowers produces one of Africa’s botanical gems – the marula fruit, which ripens from January until April. The size of golf-balls, ripe marula fruit consists of an exotic tasting juicy white pulp, which is used to produce alcoholic beverages. Enclosed within the pulp is a tightly-held brown-colored nut, which consists of 2-3 fragile, yet prized marula kernels. In southern Africa, Kupanda Mfula Marula Oil (Refined) has been used as an emollient for babies, and in body lotions for face, feet and hands to address dry and/or cracking skin. The word ‘mfula’ means to extract natural radiance in the African language of Chichewa.

Grape Seed Oil has mildly astringent qualities which help to tighten and tone the skin, which makes it useful for acne and other complaints. It is rich in Linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid quite important for the skin and cell membranes. Grape seed oil contains Procyandin that protects the body against premature aging. Procyandin also bonds with collagen and this promotes cell health and skin elasticity making it appear more youthful. Grape seed oil has regenerative and restructuring virtues and has great skin moisturizing properties. Grape seed oil has a very sweet aroma and is silky and none greasy in texture. It easily penetrates the skin and for this reason it is widely used as a carrier oil in the Aroma Therapy and Massage industry where it lends a shimmering touch to the skin and offers great relief to the tired and aching body.

Avena Oat Oil is rich in biologically active components such as tocopherols, phytosterols, phospholipids, and essential fatty acids such as Omega-6 and Omega-9. These biologically active components have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing characteristics which soothe, smooth and nourish skin. This lovely, rich oil is ultra conditiioning and will leave skin feeling silky soft.

Organic Canola Oil is naturally expelled and produced without the use of solvents or any chemicals. The canola seeds are first cleaned of all foreign matter before they are mechanically extruded. The resultant meal is then mechanically expelled, after which the oil is settled and filtered.

Afrinatural Marula Seed Oil (Sclerocarya birrea (A.Rich.) Hochst. subsp. caffra (Sond.) Kokwaro) is One of Africa’s most notable skin care oils.Particularly good for products designed for dry skin. it is Rapidly absorbed, reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss – good for skin rejuvenation.First-class super fatting agent for soap use. Rich in anti-oxidants and oleic acid and therefor very stable. it Can Replace Avocado, Olive, Almond Oil.