Palm vegetable oil

 

First the story of Vegetable Palm Oil:

 

First, vegetable palm oil is extracted from the fruit pulp of the oil palm, a plant native to West Africa. Thus this oil is rich in saturated fatty acids and vitamin E and has been used for centuries for its nourishing and moisturizing properties for the skin.

Then, in the history of cosmetics, palm oil was used by local people in Africa to take care of their skin and hair. For example, women used palm oil to moisturize and protect their skin. For example against harsh environmental conditions such as sun, wind and dust. It was also used to nourish the hair and make it softer and shinier.

So over time, palm oil has become a common ingredient in many cosmetic products, such as soaps, body lotions, face creams and hair products. It is also used for its nourishing and moisturizing properties for the skin and hair.

 

Palm vegetable oil identity sheet:

 

Product name Palm oil

Botanical Family Arecaceae

Origin Indonesia

Oil palm plant

Part of the plant Pulp of the palm nut

Texture Solid or pasty depending on the temperature

Pronounced odor

 

Main components:

 

omega-9

omega-6

palmitic acid

stearic acid

 

Benefits of Vegetable Palm Oil:

 

Indeed; palm oil may have benefits for skin and hair when used in cosmetics. So, here are some examples of uses and benefits of palm oil in cosmetics:

Hydration of the skin: first of all, palm oil is rich in fatty acids which help to maintain the hydration of the skin. It can thus be used as an ingredient in moisturizing creams for the skin.

Skin protection: Then palm oil can help protect the skin against environmental damage such as sun, wind and pollution.

Reduction of inflammation: Also palm oil may have anti-inflammatory properties which can help reduce redness and inflammation of the skin.

Nourishes Hair: Palm oil can also be used to nourish and strengthen hair, it can help make it softer, shinier and healthier.

Antioxidant: Finally, palm oil is rich in vitamin E and other antioxidants that help protect the skin against free radicals and oxidative damage.

However, it is important to note that the use of palm oil in cosmetics is controversial due to environmental and social concerns related to its production. It is therefore recommended to favor sustainable alternatives to palm oil. Such as coconut oil, argan oil or jojoba oil for example.