Perilla Seed Fixed Oil

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Perilla oil is a clear golden yellow fixed oil with a strong warm spicy odour and a taste reminiscent of mint of fennel.

INCI Nomenclature

Perilla ocymoides (Perilla) Seed Oil.
Uses

Facial lotions and creams. Flavoring agent. Used extensively by the paint and varnish industry.
Extraction

Expeller pressed from the seeds of the perennial herb perilla fruscens.
Source

Primarily India and South East Asia.
Key Properties

Anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. Rich source of alpha-linolenic acid.
Typical Fatty Acid Profile

18:0 Stearic 5.1%
18:2 Linoleic 13.6%
18:3 Linolenic 58.8%