This St John's Wort Fresh Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a natural and versatile oil that is extracted from the flesh flowers, buds, leaves and stems of the St John's Wort plant. The perennial St John's wort plant is an oil-rich plant whose leaves are densely covered with oil glands and its branched, woody stems swathed with the plants five-rayed golden yellow flowers. The St John's wort oil contains a distinct characteristic, which is evidenced when these flowers are rubbed between the fingers, staining them a blood red.
Flowers and leaves of St. John's wort contain active ingredients such as hyperforin. Studies support the therapeutic benefit of St. John's wort in treating mild to moderate depression, with effect similar to those of antidepressants. St John's Wort has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action, allowing the soothing and strengthening of the skin. Its application in beauty products and creams is popular, as well as use for lip balm. It will help relieve sunburns or skin redness, as well as muscles and joints. Used by athletes and sports enthusiasts, this softening oil also makes an excellent base for relaxing massages.
St John's Wort contains hypericin which has photosensitizing effects. Avoid any sun exposure after application of this infused oil.
CAS: 84082-80-4, 8001-25-0
INCI: Hyperium Perforatum, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
主要成份 Composition: Hyperium Perforatum flowers, buds, leaves and stems, infused in Spain Made 100% Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil
來源地 Origin: Hong Kong
製法 Manufacturing Process: Made by Fresh St John's Wort flowers, buds, leaves and stems, infused in Spain Made 100% Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil for more than 3 months.
熔點 Melting Point: -6 °C
HLB值: 7.0
皂化值 Saponification (mg KOH/g): 188.0
INS值: 109.0
碘價 Iodine Value (g): 79.0
氣味 Odour: Characteristic odour of St John's Wort
外觀 Appearance: Deep Red liquid
Cruelty Free; Vegan Friendly; Non-GMO
常用方法 Common Use:
This St John's Wort Fresh Infused Oil can be applied directly on skin, or used in the formulation of various cosmetics. Serums, creams & lotions, anti-flake shampoos & conditioners, anti-blemished skin formulas.
建議使用量 Typical Usage:
Add to oil phase.
Cream and Lotions: typical use level 10%~50%.
Handmade soap: typical use level 10%~100%.
保存方法 Storage:
Store in a closed container at a dry and cool place. Away from direct heat and sunlight. Refrigeration is not necessary.
注意事項 Contraindication:
For external use only, and should not be ingested. Should not be stored within the reach of children. A patch test should be conducted on the inner arm or other generally insensitive area of skin, using a dime size amount to check for sensitivities.
