Flax Seed Oil (Cold Pressed) - Essentially Natural

<p>Flax Seed Oil is a cold pressed, unrefined oil made from flax seeds (Linum usitatissimum) with a light-gold colour and a delicate, nutty character. It is naturally rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) omega-3s and offers excellent slip for a soft, conditioning feel on skin and hair. Because it is oxidation-prone, it is best used in cool-phase or after emulsification and stored away from heat and light for freshness.</p>
<h4>Key Properties</h4>
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<li>Botanical Name: Linum usitatissimum</li>
<li>Extraction Method: Cold pressed</li>
<li>Processing: Unrefined, minimally processed</li>
<li>Colour: Light-gold</li>
<li>Aroma: Delicate, nutty</li>
<li>Skin Feel: Lightweight slip, non-heavy finish</li>
<li>Key Fatty Acid: Naturally high in omega-3 (ALA)</li>
<li>Ingredients: 100% cold pressed flax seed oil (Linum usitatissimum)</li>
<li>Size Options: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 300ml, 500ml, 1L or 5L</li>
</ul>
<h4>What It’s Used For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Face and body oils, serums and balms</li>
<li>Massage oils and carrier oil blends</li>
<li>Hair masks, scalp oils and lightweight hair conditioning blends</li>
<li>Lotions and creams added during cool-down for a softer skin feel</li>
<li>Conditioning and protecting wood surfaces</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
<p>This product is suitable for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Lightweight leave-on skincare and body oil routines</li>
<li>Hair and scalp routines needing soft, non-greasy nourishment</li>
<li>Massage and aromatherapy carrier blends</li>
<li>Formulators wanting a high-ALA oil for cool-phase addition</li>
</ul>
<p>This product is not:</p>
<ul>
<li>A sunscreen or UV protectant</li>
<li>A preservative</li>
<li>A fragrance oil</li>
</ul>
<h4>How To Use</h4>
<ul>
<li>As a Face or Body Oil: Apply a few drops to clean, slightly damp skin and massage in.</li>
<li>As a Hair or Scalp Oil: Smooth a small amount over ends or massage into the scalp, then rinse or cleanse as desired.</li>
<li>As a Massage Oil: Use on its own or blend with other carrier oils for preferred glide.</li>
<li>As a Formulation Ingredient: Use at 1% to 20% in leave-on products or up to 100% as a carrier oil.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Add during cool-down or post-emulsification to help protect its delicate fatty acids from heat.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Blends well with rosehip, jojoba or squalane for a more balanced skin feel.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Safety Instructions</h4>
<ul>
<li>Patch test before first use</li>
<li>Discontinue use if irritation occurs</li>
<li>Oxidation-prone oil, discard if it develops a strong rancid odour</li>
<li>Store tightly closed away from light and heat, refrigerate after opening and use within 8 weeks</li>
<li>Keep out of reach of children</li>
</ul>
<h4>FAQs</h4>
<p>Q: Can this oil go cloudy in the fridge?<br>A: Yes, some natural oils can become slightly cloudy or thicker when chilled, and they usually return to normal at room temperature.</p>
<p>Q: How can I make it feel less oily in a blend?<br>A: Pair it with lighter-feel oils like jojoba or squalane to keep the finish more weightless.</p>
<p>Q: Can I use this on wood?<br>A: Yes, it can be used to condition and protect wood, but test a small area first to check the finish and absorption.</p>