Camelia oil is a fixed oil, pale yellow and mostly odourless, similar in colour and viscosity to Jojoba. It is rich in oleic acid.
| INCI Nomenclature | Camellia sinensis (Camellia) Seed Oil. |
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| Uses | Used in the far east for centuries as a moisturiser and conditioner for skin, hair and nails, camellia oil is still commonly used in skin creams, hair conditioners and scalp treatments. It is excellent for toiletries, soaps and cosmetics and is a frequently used carrier oil for aromatherapy treatment. Camelia oil reputedly has properties that make it ideal for protecting high carbon steel kitchen knives from discoloration. It is also used to preserve wood and soften leather. |
| Extraction | Cold pressed from the seeds of Camellia Sinensis. |
| Source | Camellia sinensis is the Tea plant and is native to S.E. Asia. It is grown widely in tropical and sub-tropical areas. |
| Key Properties | Rich in oleic acid. Readily penetrates the skin. Shelf life approximately 2 years. |
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile | 16:0 Palmitic 14:40% |