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CAMELINA SATIVA SEED OIL.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

Commonly known as 'Gold-of-Pleasure,' this ancient botanical oil is a powerhouse of Omega-3 fatty acids and natural Vitamin E. It serves as a superior lipid-replenishing agent that stabilizes the skin barrier while providing robust antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.

Summary

soothing emollient barrier repair antioxidant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil functions by integrating its high concentration of Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega-3) and Linoleic Acid (Omega-6) into the epidermal lipid bilayer, effectively sealing gaps in the skin barrier to prevent transepidermal water loss. Its rich tocopherol profile (~800mg/kg) neutralizes free radicals, while phytosterols like brassicasterol mitigate inflammatory responses and soothe irritated tissue.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 0.5–2%
Optimal

1%

Key findings

  1. 01 Demonstrated significant long-term hydration and soothing effects on environmentally stressed skin at concentrations between 0.5% and 2.0%.
  2. 02 Pure topical application (100%) effectively bypasses hepatic oxidation to deliver essential fatty acids directly to the skin, aiding in the management of dermatitis and barrier deficiencies.
  3. 03 Lipid droplets derived from Camelina have been shown to accelerate wound healing and improve collagen fiber density in deep-tissue recovery models.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.5%
Red flag below
0.1%

Because it is an effective emollient even at low concentrations, it is rarely 'dusted' in the traditional sense, though inclusion below 0.5% may fail to provide the clinically documented barrier-soothing benefits found in patent data.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Highly susceptible to photo-oxidation due to its polyunsaturated fat content; stability is significantly enhanced by adding 0.2% Rosemary Extract or 0.082% Ascorbyl Palmitate.

Synergies

  • Ascorbyl Palmitate
  • Rosemary Extract
  • Vitamin E
  • Ceramides

Conflicts

  • UV exposure
  • High heat
  • Strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
1%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

While the CIR 2017 report notes a 1.0% maximum in leave-on products based on industry surveys, the oil is historically safe even at 100% concentration in clinical settings.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

An exceptional plant oil for barrier restoration and soothing, particularly distinguished by its high Omega-3 content and low comedogenicity.

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