Safflower Oil - High Oleic

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Origin: India, United States, Mexico, Ethiopia, China, Argentina and Australia.

Botanical Name: Carthamus tinctorius

Extraction method: Cold-pressed oil from the white seeds of the Safflower plant. [The cold pressed extraction method yields a higher quality oil (more vitamins, minerals etc) compared to extraction methods that use chemicals or heat.]

Color: Transparent

Aroma: Safflower Oil is odorless.

Benefits: Highly moisturizing, it softens and conditions skin and hair and is great for dry or mature skin or for thinning and dry hair. It is also able to soothe irritated and bruised skin and has been used to heal old wounds. It is gentle enough to use on baby’s delicate skin and considered better than mineral oil which is what is used generally as baby oil.

Viscosity: Typical and characteristic of carrier oils

Common Uses: Used for food, medicines, paints and cosmetics. It is a very good emollient and is able to replenish moisture in skin care creams and lotions. It is an excellent ingredient for skin, sun and hair care products as it is a very moisturizing ingredient. A lot of lotions contain vitamin E and Safflower oil because they are able to make skin firmer, smoother and more elastic. Used in massage and aromatherapy. Massage therapists like Safflower oil because it spreads smoothly while also absorbing into the skin. It can also be blended with other oils to promote the body’s healing ability.

Absorption: Safflower is easily absorbed

Shelf Life: Safflower is quick to go rancid; users can expect a shelf life of 6 Months to 1

Cautions: Only to be taken externally

Vitamins / Minerals / Lipids contained: Rich in vitamin E and high in Omega 6 fatty acids and are 90% unsaturated fats. It is high in linoleic acid.

Plant / Oil History: It is a very old crop that was used in ancient history. Textiles that used dyes made from Safflower were dated to the 12th dynasty. Garlands made with Safflowers were discovered in the tomb of pharaoh Tutankhamun. In the 19th century Safflower was also known as carthamine. Today it is a minor crop that is commercially produced in many countries worldwide with its leading producers being India, Mexico and United States.

Plant / Oil Description: The Safflower plant is an annual, herbaceous, highly branched, thistle-like annual. It has many long sharp spines on the leaves. The Plants are 30 to 150 cm tall and have globular flower heads. The Safflower usually bears orange, brilliant yellow or red flowers. Each branch will have one to five flower heads. Each head contains 15 to 20 seeds per head. The petals eventually fall away to reveal the seeds. The root of this plant is a taproot and this give it the ability to thrive in dry climates.

Plant Habitat: Dry climates and is quite vulnerable to frost injury from stem elongation to maturity. Although they are sensitive to frost they can grow in many types of climates but do not thrive in very cold regions.

Storage: Store in a cool, dark or refrigerated location.

Where to Buy: You can buy wholesale Safflower Oil by the gallon at SoapGoods.com, your favorite supplier for bulk Safflower Oil.

Is it Edible: SoapGoods.com is not regulated by the FDA and so cannot recommend any of its products for ingestion.

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Division and Location
Section I - Product Identification:
Product Name:	Safflower Oil
Botanical Name:	Papaver somniferum
Section II - Composition::
Composition:	Vegetable Oil Triglycerides
Section III - Hazardous Ingredients :
Hazards:	Non Hazardous
Risk Phrases:	None
Safety Phrases:	None
24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:	(617) 472-9300
Section IV - First Aid :
Eye Contact:	Flush eye with water or standard eye wash solution. Seek medical advice should irritation occur and persist
Skin Contact:	Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
Section V - Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:	Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.
Flash Point:	Closed Cup Method, greater then 600°F
Section VI - Accidental Release Measures
	This product decomposes biologically. No particular measures are needed therefore, nor any precautions in case of accidental spilling. Whenever a product is spilled, however it is advisable to absorb it with sand, or wood dust to avoid hazardous slipperiness.
Section VII - Handling and Storage
	For best warehousing we recommend a temp of 15 to 25°C. Limit oxygenation (air contact). Keep in original containers or plastic-coated containers
Section IIX - Exposure Control & Personal Protection
Exposure Control	In accordance with good industrial practice: handle using standard eye protection
Personal Protection	In accordance with good industrial practice. Handle using standard eye protection.
Section IX - Physical & Chemical Properties
Color	whitish yellowish
Scent	Almost odorless
Section X - Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity	Product is Stable under normal circumstances. Just avoid high temperature in warehouse. Product does not decompose under normal conditions
Section XI - Intoxications
Intoxications	Not applicable
Section XII - Toxic Effects
Toxic Effects Oral	N/A
Toxic Effects Dermal	N/A
Section XIII - Ecological Information
Ecological Information	To be used under normal, good working procedures, avoid spillage in the environment. When ever possible recover spilled product. When product must be discarded, do so into an authorized dump or recycling service station. Act in accordance with local & national regulations.
Section XI - Preparation Information:
Section XII - Revision Date:
Date:	February, 01 2009
By:	SoapGoods.com

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Safflower Oil Video Transcript "Introduction"Back to Menu

Safflower Oil is obtained from a thistle-like, annual flower with long sharp spine on the leaves. The flower is usually yellow, orange or red, the oil is extracted from its seeds. There are two types of safflowers that produce two types of oil. One type is high in oleic acid and the other is high in linoleic acid. The oil is colorless and flavorless. It is used in foods but isn't as nutritious as other oils. The oil high in linoleic acid is used in cosmetics to moisturize and helps to restructure skin. It works well in balms and creams as well as sugar scrubs.