Safflower oil

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3.79 (VAT included)
3.18 (without VAT)
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Code Size Net price Total price Quantity
M-1680 100 ml
3.18
3.79
M-1680-0.9 900 g
10.45
12.44
M-1680-4.5 4.5 kg
34.54
41.10
Product reference D-1680

Product size Suitable pump  
50 ml, 90 g, 100 ml

X-4382 (Lotion pump 20/410)

200 g, 250 ml

X-4309 (Lotion pump 24/410)

Description

Safflower Oil (Carthamus tinctorius), valued for its restructuring and skin barrier protection properties, is recommended for all skin types and excels in the care of mature skin, dehydrated complexions, and skin prone to redness, offering immediate emollience and a sensation of comfort. It contains a high concentration of linoleic acid (Omega-6), which contributes to maintaining cellular cohesion and restoring intercellular cement.

It is used as an ingredient or as a carrier oil in a wide range of products, from serums for mature or dehydrated skin to eye contour creams and massage oils. It is primarily used in applications for skin barrier repair, sebum balancing, and soothing diffuse redness or couperose.  In cosmetic applications, this oil is integrated into formulas intended for skin prone to redness, serving to soothe and protect the upper layers of the epidermis. 

Characteristics

  • eco Culture: Conventional
  • water_do Appearance: Yellowish oily liquid, subtle characteristic scent, light-to-medium texture
  • verified_user Quality: Cosmetic grade, lightly refined (dewaxed/deodorized)

Ingredients: Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
100% natural, free of preservatives, free of additives.

Main Properties

  • checkSkin restructuring: Helps restore the hydrolipid barrier and maintain skin elasticity, compensating for lipid deficiencies in the epidermis. 
  • checkEmollience, hydration: Nourishes the skin by reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL), helping to diminish the sensation of tightness.
  • checkAnti-dark circles: Contributes to reducing the appearance of superficial veins and vascular dark circles.
  • checkElasticity improvement: Hydrates and softens keratin layers, contributing to the smoothing of fine lines caused by dehydration.
  • checkCare for skin with redness: Contributes to soothing fragile and reactive epidermis, protects skin prone to diffuse redness, helping to diminish the sensation of discomfort.

Usage & Synergies

Face care

Safflower Oil is a good choice for the care of couperose, redness-prone, weathered skin with reduced elasticity. It is included in the composition of serums and creams for the dark circle area and in blends intended for facial massage for skin lacking tone.

Practical recommendations

  • Face oil: Apply a few drops in the morning or evening, gently massaging until absorbed.
  • Anti-dark circles eye serum: Apply one drop under each eye in the evening, patting gently. Combine with other specific ingredients if desired.
  • Ingredient in creams, serums: Incorporate as the primary emollient in the preparation of serums or creams.

Synergies in face care

For skin with redness or couperose, it associates well with Rice Bran Oil, Calendula Oil, and Bisabolol. For anti-aging care, it combines well with Rosa Mosqueta Oil, Pomegranate Oil, and Sea Buckthorn Oil.

Body care

It is an oil with an optimal texture for body oils, and can be used as an emollient base in body creams and milks, or as an ingredient for preparing rich, nourishing body butters.

Practical recommendations

  • Satin body oil: Apply to damp skin after showering. Use as it is or combined with other vegetable and essential oils.
  • Body balm cream: Combine with vegetable butters and lipophilic actives to prepare various water-free creams.

Synergies in body care

As a lightweight body oil, the synergy with Grape Seed Oil and Triheptanoin offers a silky, light texture. For rich body creams and nourishing body butters, it associates well with Shea Butter, Mango Butter, Almond Oil, Sesame Oil, and Daisy Oil.

Hair care

On hair, Safflower oil is suitable for a seborrheic scalp and as an ingredient in leave-in conditioners for fine hair.

Practical recommendations

  • Ingredient in a balancing scalp serum: Incorporate into serums for an oily or seborrheic scalp, alongside purifying actives.
  • Hair oil: Apply a few drops to the ends for shine and smoothing.

Synergies in hair care

As a balancing ingredient for an oily scalp, the synergy with Organic Jojoba Oil and Clary Sage Essential Oil supports rebalancing. For hair strand applications, it associates well with Phyto-silicone.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is it recommended for skin prone to redness?
Safflower oil contains a high amount of linoleic acid (Omega-6) and antioxidant compounds that help protect and soothe the epidermis. It contributes to diminishing the sensation of discomfort and supports the integrity of reactive skin.

Is it the same thing as culinary saffron?
No. Saffron is a spice (Crocus sativus) and Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a completely different plant, with distinct uses. The confusion stems from the similar name.


Bibliography and resources

  • Loden, M. & Andersson, A.C. (1996). Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin. British Journal of Dermatology.
  • Belitz, H.-D., Grosch, W., & Schieberle, P. (2009). Food Chemistry (4th Edition). Springer-Verlag, Berlin Heidelberg. Chapter: Lipids - Safflower oil.
  • Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2017). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). Safety Assessment of Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil as Used in Cosmetics.
  • CosIng Database. Regulatory status of Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil. European Commission.

Safety in use
Cosmetic product for external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes. 

Storage, preservation
Keep the bottle closed, in a cool place, away from direct light. 


Details

Code
D-1680
Categories
Status
Natural compliant
Suitable for
cosmetics, hair care
Key benefits
anti-aging, emollient, nourishing, regenerating
Specific indications
couperosis, rosacea, dark circles
Texture
light
Skin care
Eye Creams, Face creams, Facial Oils, Serums
Skin type
All types, Combination, Mature, Normal
Body care
Body butters, Body oils, Creams Emulsions, Hand creams
Hair care
Hair conditioners, Hair serums
Hair type
Damaged, Dry
Use level
1 - 100 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight

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Simona P.
05 Mar 2025
Ever since I discovered it, I simply use it as such on the eye area, wipe off with a wet cleansing pad and it leaves the eyes beautifully smooth and not irritated at all.
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Claudiu B.
05 Mar 2025
Safflower Oil - it's a fine, delicate oil, doesn't feel greasy on the skin. I find it quite emollient, good to use on hair.
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Angela n.
10 Feb 2025
I use it as a base for the other cosmetic actives, to create a personalized oil. it is light and does not make the complexion greasy. thank you
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Cristina M.
10 Jan 2025
It is a moisturizing and nourishing oil with excellent skin penetrating properties. The resulting cream is exactly what I wanted. Thank you.
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Ramo S.
10 Jan 2025
Very good and widely used, and in soaps, but especially in skin care oils. It's very fine, light, goes into the skin very well, without leaving that greasy film. I simply can't do without it!
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Ramo S.
10 Dec 2024
A light-textured oil, not very greasy, with multiple beneficial properties for the skin. I use it to create body butters and skin care creams.
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Ramo S.
10 Dec 2024
It's the oil I like the most, at least for my skin it's wonderful. I like that it's not greasy, it penetrates quickly into the skin and you immediately feel that the skin is soft and velvety.
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Daniela M.
10 Dec 2024
It's a moisturizing, emollient and nourishing oil, which I use frequently in creams. I am very satisfied with it. Thanks for the present!
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Lavinia P.
10 Dec 2024
Before I took it I had heard it was good, but didn't know exactly what it does. I have used it in a few creams and so far I am happy with it. recommend!!!!!
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Alexandra V.
10 Dec 2024
Ideal for sensitive skin, used as a base for treatment blends. Also ideal for scalp and hair
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Renata T.
13 Oct 2024
Što napisati za ovo predivno ulje koje sam sada prvi puta kupila. Ulje je predivno i ne mogu vjerovati koliko krema bude bolje teksteture kada ga dodam u formulaciju. Od sada ga planiram stavljati u svaku kremu koju napravim, bez obzira dali je dnevna ili noćna. Obavezno ga pobajte, predivno je.
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Gabriela P.
10 Oct 2024
I use this oil in the preparation of the hibiscus exfoliating cream, a recipe I have adapted a little. Specifically, instead of melon and tansy oil, I use sofranel oil. It is a moisturizing and nourishing oil with excellent skin penetrating properties. The resulting exfoliating cream is exactly what I wanted.
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Ancuta N.
10 Oct 2024
I used this oil in my head soap recipe. Together with the castor oil it helps the scalp, regulates sebum, and together with the circulating rosemary essential oil it prevents baldness.
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gabriela m.
22 May 2024
I use it in face cream alongside jojoba and marigold. The effects are visible from the first applications.
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Lidiya D.
29 Nov 2023
Safflower oil is used as an additive to salads, sauces, and in baked goods. I love its light floral scent.
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Cecilia c.
05 Oct 2023
I often use this sofranel oil in anti-aging creams as well as in eye contour serums and I am extremely satisfied !
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Elena A.
05 Oct 2023
It is an oil that I use successfully in my anti dark circles creams and anti-pigmentation creams! I highly recommend it!
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Daniela M.
05 Oct 2023
An excellent oil especially for mature skin with various conditions. It has an amazing effect on the complexion. I recommend to test it.
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Florica J.
05 Oct 2022
It moisturizes intensely, absorbs relatively quickly into the skin, I also use it for hair leaving hair moisturized
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Mirela F.
05 Jan 2022
It works perfectly in creams in case of dark circles, redness, couperose, rosacea - for a sensitive complexion and beyond. I recommend!