What is CORYLUS AVELLANA SEED OIL and what does it do?

Role: EMOLLIENT

Family: Hazelnut vegetable oil

Comedogenic index: 0

Hazelnut oil, or "Corylus Avellana Seed Oil", comes from the seeds of the cedar tree, a shrub found throughout Europe, Asia Minor and North Africa.
Extraction process: The seeds are crushed and mechanically pressed to obtain a light, fluid oil that is rapidly absorbed by the skin.

Characteristics and storage
Appearance: This oil has a light yellow to amber color and a hazelnut fragrance. It is low in comedogens, enabling it to penetrate the skin effectively without clogging pores.
Storage: To preserve its qualities, store in a cool place, away from light and heat, in a tinted bottle.

Potential Skin Benefits
Antioxidant properties : Rich in vitamin E, hazelnut oil may protect the skin against free radicals, responsible for premature skin aging.
Nutrition and elasticity: the omega-6 and omega-9 present may nourish the skin and reinforce its protective barrier, fighting dehydration.

Various uses
Massage applications: It can be used as a massage oil, potentially effective against cellulite and stretch marks.
Astringent properties : Its richness in catechins and tannins may give it astringent qualities, suitable for combination to oily or blemish-prone skin.

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