Triticum vulgare
Wheat germ oil consists of high content of vitamin E, nourishes dry or cracked skin. Cold-pressed wheat germ oil is a richly nourishing, healing oil. It contains small amounts of vitamin A, B1, B2, B3 and B6 and is significantly higher in vitamin E than other oils, also contains a range of minerals. It helps to prevent or reduce scarring and may prevent stretch marks. Its high levels of vitamin E helps to preserve other oils, adding wheat germ oil is a valuable addition to creams and lotions, massage oils and soaps.
General Information
- Thick, sticky
- Dark golden oil
- Shelf Life: 1 year, refrigerate after opening
- Comedogenic Rating: 5
- Skin Type: Most skins, especially dry, prematurely aged skin, eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis
- Caution: People with a wheat or gluten allergy should avoid using wheat germ oil
Categories: Foundation, Carrier Oils
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