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Pistachio Vegetable Oil
Commonly known as:
Pistacia Vera Seed Oil (I.N.C.I.).
Botanical name:
Pistacia vera.
Extraction process:
First cold pressing.
Family:
Anacardiaceae.
Part of the plant extracted:
Fruits.
Location:
Originally from the arid regions of the Middle East, it is now cultivated in Central Asia, Italy, Spain, North Africa, China, the United States, and Australia.
Flowering:
From April to June.
Provenance, origin:
United States, Iran.
Phytochemical composition:
Polyunsaturated fatty acids (linolenic acid, linoleic acid), monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid), saturated fatty acids (palmitic acid), vitamin E.
Sensorial properties:
Appearance: Liquid; Color: Green; Odor: Characteristic.
Physical characteristics:
Density = 0.912 - 0.915.
Benefits:
Nourishing, softening, hydrating, toning, antioxidant.
Concerns:
All skin types, particularly dry skin; All hair types.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (serums, creams, cleansing gels); Body Care (lotions, hand creams, shower gels, balms, oils); Hair Care (shampoos, masks, creams).
Preservation Method
Preferably store in a cool place, protected from light and heat.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
There are no contraindications to the use of pistachio vegetable oil. Indeed, it can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as well as young children.
Find out more
The fruits of the pistachio tree were first enjoyed 7,000 years BC in Anatolia. Originating from the Middle East, this tree began to be cultivated in France during the reign of Louis XIV. Its vegetable oil is rich in antioxidants and helps combat free radicals that cause photo-aging of the skin. Thanks to its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, it is also softening for the skin and hair.