OLIVE OIL
Scientific name: Olea europaea
Family name: Oleaceae
Origin: Tunisia
Form: oil
Parts: fruit
GOOD FOR ALL SKIN TYPES
Ingredient Features
antioxidant
antiseptic
anti-wrinkle
mild
emollient
sun-protectant
User Benefits
preserving
cleansing
anti-aging
gentle
moisturizing
protecting
Aromatherapy
purifying
Function in Products
emollient
preservative
surfactant (saponified)
Olive oil is extracted from the fruit of the European olive tree. ‘Virgin’ means the oil was produced by the use of physical means only - no chemical was involved. The term virgin oil referring to production is different from “Virgin Oil” on a retail label. Extra-virgin olive oil comes from the first pressing of the olives, contains no more than 0.8% acidity, and is judged to have a superior taste. There can be no refined oil in extra-virgin olive oil. This emollient plant oil has anti-aging properties and contains saponins. Some tests show that topically applied olive oil can protect against UVB damage. It is a good antioxidant as well as a good moisturizer. In penetrating power it is superior to mineral oils. Many soaps, creams, anti-wrinkle products and massage oils include olive oil as an ingredient. See natural moisturizing factors.
OLIVE OIL IS IN:
Foundation
Afterglow Cosmetics Infused Mineral Foundation
Eye Shadow
Afterglow Cosmetics Infused Eco Eye Shadow
Face Cleanser
Pangea Organics Australian Wild Plum and Willow Facial Cleanser
Pangea Organics Egyptian Calendula and Blood Orange Facial Cleanser
Eye Cream
Pangea Organics Turkish Rose and White Tea Eye Cream
Hand Soap
Pangea Organics Canadian Pine with White Sage Hand Soap
Pangea Organics Italian White Sage with Geranium Hand Soap
Pangea Organics Pyrenees Lavender with Cardamom Hand Soap
Body Wash
Pangea Organics Pyrenees Lavender and Cardamom Body Lotion
Pangea Organics Pyrenees Lavender with Cardamom Body Wash
Pangea Organics Italian White Sage with Geranium and Yarrow Body Wash
Bar Soap
All Bar Soaps