Olive Oil 1 Litre

Olive oil is a Mediterranean classic for skincare and massage — a great base for diluting essential oils. Essential oils are too concentrated to apply straight to the skin, so blend them with an oil like this one before a massage or bath.

Olive oil is a natural oil extracted from the fruit of the olive tree — interestingly, from the pulp rather than the seed, as with most common oils. It is very stable and keeps well: it will not spoil for over a year even without refrigeration. It originates from the Mediterranean, and archaeological evidence shows olives were being pressed for oil as early as 6000 BC.

Olive oil is 99% triacylglycerols, including oleic acid, linoleic acid and omega-3. It is rich in phenolic antioxidants and contains vitamins A, B1, C and E. Squalene and palmitic acid act as natural emollients, softening dry, rough skin. All this makes olive oil an excellent carrier for massage and hair care.

How to use olive oil in skincare

• as a base for diluting essential oils — for massage, baths and your own fragrance blends,
• for massage — on its own or with a few drops of your favourite essential oil,
• in your everyday body and hand care and hair care,
• as an ingredient in homemade cosmetics — scrubs, balms and body oils.

Capacity: 1 litre.

Caution
For external use. Patch test on a small area of skin before first use. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep tightly closed in a cool, dark place, out of reach of children.