Product Overview
Our organic Pomegranate Seed CO2 Total Extract is an elegant fatty (carrier) oil with an extremely high punicic acid content. This constituent is nearly unique to pomegranates, is a highly nourishing, supersaturated omega-5 fatty acid for the skin, and gives a thick, rich and luxurious feel to the oil.[1] It is filtered and unrefined.
In topical preparations, it supports the elasticity of the skin and may improve the appearance of aging and sun-exposure. In addition, our Pomegranate Seed CO2 also contains CLnA (conjugated alpha-linolenic acid) isomers, linoleic acid and oleic acid.[2] With a variety of antioxidant and beneficial constituents, it is ideal in combination with other carrier oils for use in skin care products and formulations.
Please note that the low temperature CO2 extraction process (up to 104˚F/40˚C) for carrier oils ensures a product that more closely resembles that which is found in the raw plant material and has a longer shelf life than cold processed carrier oils.[4] In addition, CO2 carrier oils meet strict heavy metal requirements and contain no carbohydrates, protein, or inorganic salts.[5]
Our organic Pomegranate Seed CO2 contains a small percentage of Rosemary Antioxidant CO2 – Organic to help maintain freshness.
Want to know more about how to use Pomegranate Seed CO2 as a base for your essential oil blends? Read Dilution Solutions to learn about essential oil to carrier oil ratios and how to mix essential oils with carrier oils.
1 Parker, Susan M. Power of the Seed, 2014, p. 168.
2 Industry communication.
3 Ibid.
4 Ibid.
