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WHEATGERM OIL

Skin Benefits: Contains Vitamin E

WHEATGERM OIL


WHAT IS IT?                          

Wheat germ oil is a vegatable oil that is extracted from the germ of the wheat kernel


INCI

Triticum Vulgare germ oil


COMEDOGENIC RATING :  5

Highly Comedogenic. This means it's highly likely to clog your pores. 


APPEARANCE              

Dark yellow to orange thick liquid.         


TEXTURE & SCENT                                 

Thick liquid with a nutty aroma.


ABSORBENCY                      

Medium asorbancy


SOLUBILITY

Oil -Insoluable in water


BENEFITS

Wheat germ oil is packed with anti-againg Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxident Vitamin E.  It may also provide moisturizing and nourishing effecta on the skin.


DISADVANTAGES

Not recommended for acne-prone skin or other skin conditions.


ALTERNATIVES & SUBSTITUTIONS

Flaxseed oil or Avocado oil make good substitutes


BEST USED FOR

  • Facial oil 

  • Face and Body balms

  • Lip alms

  • Night creams



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