White poppy oil

White Poppy Seed Oil (Papaver Somniferum ) is a very effective natural emollient .It is a clear light yellow oil with a pleasant smell. It is cold pressed from the seeds of the white poppy to preserve the Vitamin E.

This oil is a versatile and very effective natural emollient that improves skin softness whilst also improving firmness and elasticity. It sinks into the skin quickly leaving it feeling smoother, softer, smoother and more supple and elastic resulting in a more youthful complexion.
When blended with other oils, it improves the skin penetration of those oils. It is very effective in reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) thus giving excellent skin hydration levels.
It is rich in linoleic acid (an Omega 6 essential fatty acid) which is able to penetrate into the deeper layers of the epidermis and helps to restore the normal function of the skin cell membranes. This is important for young skin that needs the protection an oil rich in antioxidants can give by targeting free radicals. This is equally important for slowing down the ageing process of more mature skin. It has a stimulating effect on the skin with a strong lifting effect revitalizing tired looking and flabby skin.

It is also rich in natural tocopherols ( Vitamin E ) giving it a very beneficial effect on dry and dehydrated skin, ageing skin, stressed and damaged skin, dermatitis like skin conditions and psoriasis prone skin.