Escentia Olive Oil - Extra Virgin Cold Pressed
Escentia Olive Oil - Extra Virgin Cold Pressed
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Escentia Olive Oil - Extra Virgin Cold Pressed is a cold pressed plant oil from Olea europaea , recommended for cosmetic use only. It has a rich, emollient skin feel and is useful in body oils, massage blends, cleansing oils, nail and cuticle oils, balms and richer DIY skincare products. This is a raw cosmetic oil rather than a finished skincare product or food-use oil.
♡ Why we love it: Olive oil is a classic plant oil in natural body care. It is simple, versatile and easy to work with, bringing a richer traditional oil feel to deeply emollient routines and DIY formulations.
Key properties
- Botanical Name: Olea europaea
- Form: Extra virgin cold pressed oil
- Skin Feel: Rich and emollient
- Country Of Origin: South Africa
- Suitable For: Cosmetic use only
- Ingredients: 100% pure extra virgin olive oil, Olea europaea , cold pressed
- Profile: Rich plant oil for body care and oil-based formulations
- Suitable For: Body Oils, Massage Blends, Cleansing Oils, Nail Oils, Cuticle Oils, Balms, Creams And Richer DIY Skincare Products
- Storage: Store away from children, pets, sunlight and heat
What it's used for
- Body oils and massage blends
- Cleansing oil and make-up removal routines
- Nail and cuticle oil blends
- Rich moisturising oil applications
- Oil phase in DIY creams and balms
- Traditional-style natural body care
- Emollient oil-based formulas for dry-feeling skin
Who it's for
- Dry-feeling skin routines that prefer a richer oil
- DIY makers creating oil-based body care
- Nail and hand care blends needing a more emollient finish
- Traditional-style natural skincare routines
- Massage and body oil formulations
- Food use
- Very light, fast-absorbing oil preferences
- Water-only formulations without an emulsifier
- People wanting a finished moisturiser rather than a raw cosmetic oil
- Use as a sunscreen or SPF product
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How to use
- As a Body Oil: Apply a small amount to skin after bathing and massage in.
- As a Blend Oil: Combine with suitable essential oils or other carrier oils in an oil-based formula.
- As a Make-Up Removal Oil: Apply to fingertips or a cotton pad, wipe gently, then rinse or cleanse.
- As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Use in the oil phase of creams, balms and massage oils.
- Blending Tip: Use smaller amounts when formulating for a lighter final skin feel.
- Storage Tip: Keep closed and away from heat and sunlight.
Safety instructions
- For external use only
- Recommended for cosmetic use only
- Do not ingest
- Patch test before first use
- Avoid contact with eyes
- If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional guidance before use
- Discontinue use if irritation occurs
- Store away from children, pets, sunlight and heat
Faqs
Q: Is this Olive Oil food grade?
A: No, the source states that this specific SKU has not undergone food-grade certification and is recommended for
cosmetic use only.
Q: Does Olive Oil feel heavy on the skin?
A: It has a richer, more emollient feel than many lighter carrier oils, so a small amount is often enough.
Q: Can Olive Oil be used in DIY skincare?
A: Yes, it is commonly used in body oils, massage blends, cleansing oils and richer oil-phase products.
Q: Can I use this directly on skin?
A: Yes, it can be used directly on skin as a cosmetic oil, provided you patch test first.

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