Meadowfoam oil is the superhero of seed oils and is unlike other seed oils because it doesn't oxidize. Most seed oils turn rancid when exposed to air, heat, and light, which triggers the nasty process of lipid peroxidation. But not this oil–it's like a shield against oxidation, and is packed with antioxidants and vitamins that bring health and vitality to your skin.
Meadowfoam Oil is Low PUFA and We Love It
Extracted from the seeds of the white, flowering meadowfoam plant native to Oregon, California, and Western Canada, this oil provides emollient services that are similar to shea butter, avocado oil, and macadamia butter. It keeps the skin soft and supple and contains highly stable long-chain fatty acids that give it a long shelf life. Additionally, it is low in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), which is a significant advantage for skincare products.
An Emollient with Long-Lasting Effects on Your Skin
Meadowfoam oil also contains 3-methoxybenzyl isothiocyanate and 3-methoxyphenyl acetonitrile, which have shown in clinical research (human skin cells grown in a lab) to provide a protective role against UV light. Because of its stability and nutrient profile it is an ingredient of choice in our formulations.
The Stable Stabilizer, Meadowfoam Oil Keeps Your Skincare Products Fresh
Fun fact: Did you know that meadowfoam oil is so stable and resistant to oxidation that skincare companies use it as a stabilizer to prevent other oils in their formulations from going bad? That's how potent and effective this oil is in skincare products.
The Protective Ingredients that We Love and that Loves Your Skin
At Kossma Beauty, we love meadowfoam oil because it is a natural and effective way to hydrate and nourish the skin. It's packed with high antioxidants and vitamins E and A, making it a nourishing oil that people see a difference in. Its exceptional stability and resistance to oxidation make it a potent stabilizer that can prevent other oils from oxidizing.
