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Here’s a quick guide to the top 12 oils and butters known in the Anti-aging skincare world today. At Sweet Living Company, we take great care in selecting unadulterated ingredients that are ultra rich in naturally occurring anti-aging antioxidants, minerals and fatty acids. We choose ingredients based on their purity, their locality, their organic certification and the ethical and sustainable practices put in place by their suppliers. It is often impossible to source ingredients that tick each and every one of those boxes, but we strive to obtain resources that come as close as possible.
Profile: Unrefined, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Italy, USA, Turkey
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum, Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Neroli & Carrot Seed Bedtime Beauty Cream, Green Tea & Grape Seed Honey Scrub
This oil is pressed from the kernels inside the seeds of the apricot. Apricot Kernel oil contains Oleic and Linoleic Essential Fatty Acids. It also contains Vitamins A and E that aid in the soothing of skin conditions by providing moisture and improving the signs of aging. Apricot Kernel oil is used to provide flexibility and moisture back into dehydrated skin types. It is finely textured so it absorbs easily and helps in fighting fine lines and revitalizing the skin. Apricot Kernel oil leaves skin looking positively radiant, glowing and feeling hydrated.
Profile: Certified Organic, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Japan or China
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum, Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Neroli & Carrot Seed Bedtime Beauty Cream
Used for widely in Japan and China, and for centuries by the Japanese Geisha for face, hair, scalp and body care. Camellia oil protects the skin from free radical damage, refines mature skin, and nourishes the complexion. It is lightweight and easily absorbed, leaving the skin silky smooth without a greasy feeling. It is rich in anti-aging nutrients, oleic acid and antioxidants. Camellia oil soothes skin irritations and prevents stretch marks, restoring a youthful glow.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined, Cold-pressed
Origin: USA
Find it: Grapefruit & Lavender Luxury Cleanser, Tinted Lip Balm, Cocoa & Seaberry Tinted Lip Balm
Castor oil is a cold-pressed oil that acts as a humectant, helping draw moisture to the skin and providing a protective barrier against moisture loss and environmental damage. This oil is able to penetrate more deeply than any other plant oil, so it draws out dirt and impurities from deep within your pores.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined
Find it: Frankincense Beauty Balm, Tinted Lip Balm, Cocoa & Seaberry Tinted Lip Balm
A 100% natural, organic Cocoa Butter is a very hard saturated fat pressed from cacao beans. When warmed the butter forms oil, which provides a protective layer on top of skin and holds in moisture. This oil is renown for softening skin, preventing stretch marks, and for healing scars and discolouration.
Profile: Certified Organic, Virgin, Cold-pressed
Origin: Asia-pacific
Find it: Frankincense Beauty Balm, Tinted Lip Balm, Cocoa & Seaberry Tinted Lip Balm
Used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to soften skin and treat Eczema and Psoriasis, this versatile oil also protects the skin against environmental damage and promotes cellular healing. Coconut oil is antibacterial and supports the skin, giving it a more youthful, healthy appearance. Keeps skin supple, reducing the “sag” effect.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Asia-pacific
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum, Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Neroli & Carrot Seed Bedtime Beauty Cream, Frankincense Beauty Balm, Beard & Face Oil
Is exceptionally rich in essential fatty acids that help to rejuvenate your skin and prevents wrinkles from forming. Regular use of this oil dramatically decreases fine lines and wrinkles, helps smooth rough skin, hydrates extremely dry skin, produces new skin cells, aids in repairing the skin at the cellular level, helps to lighten dark circles under the eyes and improves skin elasticity. Organic Evening Primrose Oil is a superstar when it comes to improving your complexion, restoring that youthful glow and leaving skin looking radiant and refreshed.
Profile: *Certified Vegan, *Certified Kosher, *Cold-pressed (*when available)
Origin: Chile/USA
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum, Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Neroli & Carrot Seed Bedtime Beauty Cream, Frankincense Beauty Balm, Beard & Face Oil, Green Tea & Grape Seed Honey Polish
Meadowfoam Seed oil is pressed from the seeds of the flowering plant and is native to the Pacific Northwest. It contains over 98% long chain fatty acids and also has higher triglyceride content than other oils. It is resistant to degradation due to high levels of naturally occurring Vitamin E, and is one of the most stable lipids known. This oil will actually extend the shelf life of less stable ingredients. Meadowfoam seed oil has wonderful anti-aging, moisturizing and rejuvenating properties.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Asia-pacific
Find it: Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum
Perilla seed oil is rich in perfectly balanced anti-aging vitamins and amino acids. Approximately 50-60% of the oil is Alpha-Linoleic Acid (ALA), which is an Omega 3 fatty acid. The high ALA content helps skin to retain its moisture and decreases the appearance of fine lines. It is known to have powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which makes Perilla seed oil an excellent choice for those with skin complaints such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Asia-pacific
Find it: Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Beard & Face Oil
Pumpkin seed oil is considered to be extremely nourishing as a result of its rich content of Vitamins A, B, D and E, anti-aging minerals and proteins. High in Omegas 3 and 6 fatty acids, it is made up of over 60% unsaturated fatty acids which help combat fine lines and moisture loss. Pumpkin is ultra high in zinc and antioxidants, therefore it has tremendous benefits for the skin in terms of retaining moisture, fighting free radicals and maintaining a youthful appearance. The high amounts of zinc and Vitamin E also improve skin tone and elasticity. Pumpkin seed oil is an excellent choice for those with very dry, mature, lack-luster or under-nourished skin.
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined, Cold-pressed, Certified Vegan, Certified Kosher
Origin: Chile
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Frankincense Beauty Balm
Rosehip seed oil is extremely high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which contain a high concentration of Vitamin C. This naturally occurring vitamin enables remarkable tissue rejuvenation and regeneration, helping to prevent wrinkles and firm skin. This oil is also known to help treat dry, irritated, weathered skin. It is also great for treating scars and stretch marks, as well as counter the effects of sun damage.
Origin: Okotoks, Alberta (local supplier).
Find it: Rosehip & Frankincense Face Elixir, Lavender & Perilla Clarifying Serum, Pumpkin & Seaberry Ultra Elixir, Tinted Lip Balm, Cocoa & Seaberry Tinted Lip Balm
Used in Chinese medicine over 1000 years ago, Seaberry oil is rich in skin-loving vitamins and minerals. The fruit contains an exceptional concentration of natural anti-aging Vitamin C. This oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce swelling and redness associated with many skin conditions, including Eczema, Psoriasis and Rosacea. More
Profile: Certified Organic, Unrefined
Origin: TBA
Find it: Frankincense Beauty Balm, Tinted Lip Balm, Cocoa & Seaberry Tinted Lip Balm
The most widely used of all the cosmetic skincare butters, Shea Butter is renowned for its anti-aging skin moisturizing and firming properties. It has been used to help heal burns, sores, scars, dermatitis, Psoriasis, dandruff, and stretch marks. It also helps diminish wrinkles by moisturizing the skin, promoting cell renewal, and increasing circulation. Shea Butter contains Cinnamic Acid, a substance that helps protect the skin from harmful UV rays. It also protects the skin from both environmental and free-radical damage, containing Vitamins A and E, and has demonstrated both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. This luxurious butter is known for leaving a silky, glowing appearance.
