Latin Name: | Camellia japonica, Camellia oleifera, Camellia sinensis |
Status: | expeller pressed, organic |
Camellia oil is obtained from cold pressing of the seeds. Camellia Oil comes from China or Japan and has been used for the care of the hair, scalp, and skin. Do not confuse Camellia Seed Oil with Camelina Oil, which is from the cabbage family! Camellia Oil can be safely used in most cosmetic applications for mature, damaged, dry skin. It makes a superb facial massage oil used neat and a body massage oil blended with Sweet Almond or Apricot Kernel Oil. Japanese women are renowned for their beautiful hair due to Camellia Oil treatments.
Shelf Life: 2 years. Refrigeration recommended