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Black Currant Seed Oil - 14% GLA

Black Currant Seed Oil - 14% GLA

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$7.25 CAD
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Black currant oil is refined and cold pressed from the seeds of the Ribes nigrum plant.  Known to be rich in the Omega-6 essential fatty acid GLA (gamma-linolenic acid C18:3n-6) and is also a good source of ALA (alpha-linolenic acid C18:3n-3), which is an Omega-3 essential fatty acid. The GLA content in our black currant oil is a minimum 14% and is a wonderful skin care oil for use in massage, lotions, hair care, salves, etc.  

Usage Guidelines

Black currant oil is refined and cold pressed from the seeds of the Ribes nigrum plant.  Known to be rich in the Omega-6 essential fatty acid, GLA (gamma-linolenic acid C18:3n-6) and is also a good source of ALA (alpha-linolenic acid C18:3n-3), which is an Omega-3 essential fatty acid. 

Fatty Acid Profile

  • C16:0 Palmitic - 5.9%
  • C18:0 Stearic - 1.5%
  • C18:1 Oleic - 13.7%
  • C18:2 Linoleic - 45.8%
  • C18:3 Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) - 14.15%
  • C18:3 Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) - 13.2%

Technical Information

INCI: Ribes nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil

Minimum 14% GLACAS # 68606-81-5 Shelf Life: approx. 3 yearsSpecific Gravity: 0.925Country of Origin: China

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