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Hemp Oil
Commonly known as:
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil (I.N.C.I.), Indian hemp, hempseed.
Botanical name:
Cannabis sativa L.
Extraction process:
First cold pressure of hemp seeds resulting from organic farming.
Family:
Cannabaceae.
Part of the plant extracted:
Seeds.
Location:
All over the world, in temperate and tropical regions. Nowadays cultivated in France, China, Canada, United States and India.
Flowering:
After the June solstice (June 20 or 21, depending on the year) in the northern hemisphere and after the December solstice (December 20 or 21) in the southern hemisphere.
Provenance, origin:
Brittany (France).
Phytochemical composition:
Polyunsaturated essential fatty acids (linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid), monounsaturated essential fatty acids (palmitoleic acid, oleic acid, gadoleic acid), saturated essential fatty acids (myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid), vitamins (A, B1, B2, B6, E), gamma-tocopherols, Beta-sitosterols, beta-caryophyllene, essential amino acids, flavonoids (naringenin, kaempferol-3-O-glucoside, epicatechin, daidzein), carotenoids.
Sensorial properties:
Appearance: Clear oily liquid; Color: Green to brown; Smell: Slightly spicy and herbaceous; Touch: Quite dry, penetrates quite well into the skin.
Physical characteristics:
Quality: 100% pure, virgin and of natural origin ingredients; Density: 0.85 - 0.95g/cm3; Insoluble in water; Soluble in aliphatic and halogenated hydrocarbons; Oxidative potential: Sensitive; Comedogenic index = 0; Saponification index = 190 - 193 mgKOH/g.
Benefits:
Regenerating, revitalizing, nourishing, antioxidant, fortifying, astringent, emollient, firming, emollient, soothing, softening, anti-inflammatory.
Concerns:
All skin types, especially dry, irritated, sensitive, tired, mature and dehydrated skin; All hair types, especially dry, brittle and dull hair; Recommended for brittle nails.
Details
Use
Face care (creams/emulsions, after-shave serums, lip balms, beard oils, face masks);
Body care (massage oils, solid soaps, hand and foot creams, milks, scrubs);
Hair care (detangling balms, shampoos, conditioners, hair serums, hair masks);
Make-up (mascaras);
Hygiene (deodorant oils).
Preservation
Keep in a dry place, away from heat and light, and at low temperature to reduce oxidation problems and increase stability.
Contra-Indications and Precautions
The cosmetic use of the hemp oil does not present any danger for the health. Pregnant women and young children can use it. Avoid contact with eyes.
Find out more
Widely used in Europe for its medicinal properties, hemp production was banned in France in the 1940s because of its use as a narcotic. It is only in 1990 that its culture without psychotropic activity is again authorized. Its vegetable oil is one of the most concentrated in essential fatty acids. This richness gives it regenerating, antioxidant and fortifying virtues. The varieties of hemp used for our oil are registered with the code of public health and thus fall under the legal obligation of a rate of THC lower than 0.2%.
