Snapshot
- Overview
- A silky plant oil that softens skin and fights free radicals.
- Category
- Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning, Antioxidant
- Type
- Emollient
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Camelina sativa seed oil is a plant-derived emollient pressed from camelina seeds, also known as gold-of-pleasure. Chosen for its silky glide, omega-rich profile, and oxidative stability, it supports barrier-focused formulas and a smooth finish.
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Our take
Is Camelina Sativa Seed Oil a Good Ingredient?
Its lightweight emolliency, omega fatty acids, and comparatively good oxidative stability support barrier comfort and smooth texture, which earns a Good rating; evidence for specific antioxidant skin outcomes is modest but consistent with its composition.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Replenishes lipids for smoother, more comfortable skin and provides antioxidant support to help counter daily oxidative stress, promoting a supple, conditioned look.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Included in moisturizers, facial oils, and sunscreens as a lightweight emollient that improves glide and skin feel.
Before you use it
Safety
Typically well tolerated with low irritation potential; patch test if you have seed or botanical oil sensitivities. As with other oils, it may feel heavy for very acne-prone skin when applied undiluted.
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Camelina Oil Composition
Camelina sativa seed oil is rich in fatty acids and vitamin E. It has the highest amount of alpha-linolenic acid but it also contains linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, gondoic acid, and more.
Here are estimates of the camelina oil fatty acid profile:
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- α‐Linolenic acid – 33-40%
- Linoleic acid -15-24%
- Oleic acid – 10-17%
- Palmitic acid – 5-8%
- Stearic acid – 3%
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