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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

What Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is & what it does

A light, oleic-rich camellia oil with antioxidants that softens and conditions skin while absorbing cleanly. It leaves a smooth, non-greasy finish.

What does Camellia Japonica Seed Oil do in skincare?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is a plant oil pressed from the seeds of the Japanese camellia, used as an emollient and conditioning ingredient. In skincare and sunscreens it helps soften and smooth the skin and can support the skin's moisture barrier. It is a lightweight, fatty-acid-rich oil with a pleasant skin feel.

Is Camellia Japonica Seed Oil comedogenic?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is often described as a relatively lightweight oil that tends to absorb well, and many people find it low on the pore-clogging scale. Individual responses vary, so anyone prone to breakouts may want to patch test. The overall formula and how much oil it contains also affect how it behaves on the skin.

Is Camellia Japonica Seed Oil natural or synthetic?

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is a natural, plant-derived oil obtained by pressing camellia seeds. It is typically refined or filtered for cosmetic use but remains a botanical ingredient. Because it comes from a plant, it is generally considered vegan-friendly as well.

Sunscreens with Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

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