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Cold Pressed - Unrefined Cotton Seed Oil | Gossypium Herbaceum | For Skincare and Haircare
Cold Pressed - Unrefined Cotton Seed Oil | Gossypium Herbaceum | For Skincare and Haircare
Extra Virgin and Cold-Pressed
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Cotton seed Oil is a versatile botanical oil appreciated for its smooth texture, light feel, and easy compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic formulations. Gentle in character and pleasant to work with, it is often chosen for skin and hair care products where a softening, conditioning, and balanced oil is desired without an overly heavy finish.
Its texture is fluid and comfortable, making it suitable for body oils, creams, lotions, hair treatments, massage blends, and everyday moisturizing formulations. In skin care, Cottonseed Oil helps create products with a soft, supple feel and a smooth finish. In hair care, it contributes a light conditioning touch that works well in oils, masks, and blended treatments designed to improve softness and manageability.
Because of its mild nature and broad versatility, Cotton seed Oil is a useful ingredient for formulators seeking a dependable plant oil that blends well with richer oils, herbal infusions, essential oils, and other botanical actives. It is especially well suited for practical, elegant, and approachable beauty products where a clean, gentle oil profile is preferred.
Specifications of Cotton seed Carrier Oil
- Botanical Name: Gossypium Herbaceum
- Family Name: Malvaceae.
- Common Name: Cotton.
- INCI: Gossypium Herbaceum {Cotton} seed oil.
- Part Used: Seeds.
- Extraction Method: Cold-Pressed.
- Scent: Soft and delicate.
- Appearance: Liquid.
- Country of Origin: USA.
- Recommended Usage Levels: 1% – 100%, depending on formulation type and concentration.
Applications in Skincare:
1. Facial Oils & Serums
- Ideal base for calming and barrier-repair formulas.
- Helps reduce redness and irritation.
- Suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types.
2. Moisturizers & Creams
- Enhances hydration without heaviness.
- Improves skin softness and elasticity.
- Works well in tallow-based creams and emulsions.
3. Cleansing Oils
- Gently dissolves makeup and impurities.
-Does not strip the skin.
- Perfect for double cleaning systems.
4. Anti-Aging Treatments
- Rich in antioxidants → helps reduce signs of aging.
- Supports skin firmness and smooth texture.
- Ideal for night repair formulations.
5. Body Oils & Massage Blends
- Lightweight glide without being overly oily.
- Soothes dry or irritated skin.
- Suitable for daily body care.
6. Sensitive & Problem Skin Care
- Helps calm inflammation (rosacea-prone, irritated skin).
- Low comedogenic risk.
- Good for acne-prone yet sensitive skin.
7. After-Sun & Repair Products
- Supports recovery from sun exposure
- Helps reduce dryness and discomfort
8. Lip Care & Balms
- Softens and protects delicate skin
- Adds smooth texture to lip formulations
Safety
Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
- Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
- Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
- Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.