Description
The small yellow specks on the outside of a strawberry are its true fruits, each holding a single tiny seed. After strawberries are pressed for juice and purée, the leftover pulp is sieved and washed to recover those seeds, which are dried and pressed. Each berry carries only around 200 seeds, so a large volume of fruit is needed for a small amount of oil. The oil is pale green to golden with a faint, fresh, green scent.
Details
| Botanical name | Fragaria × ananassa (garden strawberry) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Fruit-processing regions |
| Part used | Seed |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Texture | Light, dry, silky |
| Size | 3.4oz (100ml) |
| Ingredients | 100% strawberry seed oil |
How to use
- Face: press 2 to 3 drops into damp skin after cleansing.
- Lips: smooth a drop over the lips.
- With lotion: stir a few drops into an unscented body lotion.
Oils high in polyunsaturated fats are delicate. Keep the cap closed and store somewhere cool and dark.
FAQs
Does it smell of strawberries?
Not really. The scent is faint and green.
Is it greasy?
No. It feels light and dry and sinks in quickly.
How is it made?
The seeds come from juice and purée making. They are washed, dried and cold-pressed.
Read where strawberry seed oil comes from and how it is made.
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