8 Fl oz Premium Organic Safflower Oil Pure Health Hair Skin Care Moisturizer

Properties of Safflower Oil The safflower plant is an annual close to the thistle that grows to roughly 5ft tall in arid, dry climates. Each head has about 20-50 seeds that are cultivated for a number of uses, but mainly for the oil that they contain. Safflower oil is comprised of 78.71% oleic fatty acids, 4.85% palmitic fatty acids, 12.44% linoleic fatty acids, 2.40% stearic fatty acids and .08% linoleic fatty acids. Safflower oil has the highest concentration of linoleic acid that is available on the commercial market. Uses of Safflower Oil Safflower Oil has a number of uses both in personal and commercial applications. Safflower Oil is also used in the industrial sector as a drying oil that is used in the manufacturing of paints and stains and linoleum tile. The meal that is left over after the oil has been pressed is used in livestock feed; specifically for cows. Safflower oil can be used in cooking both for deep frying and for salad dressing and marinades. Safflower oil can be used as a nutritional supplement, but it’s most common use is for cooking. Safflower oil can also be taken as a health supplement. Studies have shown that taking a daily dosage of the oil has reduced inflammation, lowered bad cholesterol, reduced body fat, and promote muscle growth. The oil can be used to promote healthy hair and nail growth my massaging it into the scalp and nail bed. It is also used in massage oils and lotions as it is low in comodegenic action and doesn’t clog pores.