Unique Oils ~ Distinctive Products

The origins of kendi oil

Between traditional carrier oils and more concentrated aromatic essential oils lies a unique category of vegetable oils that can boost the benefits of products even when used in small amounts. These oils contain higher levels of antioxidants and additional phytonutrients, and often even have scent and color like essential oils. They have been added to our inventory for special uses, such as in luxury facial and body oils or for boosting products used in treatments.

In formulation terms, vegetable oils are often referred to as "fixed oils" because their large molecules don't evaporate, or volatilize, as essential oils do. They can be extracted with heat or solvents, expeller-pressed, or cold-pressed. But this group of rare fixed oils is special: They are expeller or cold-pressed, so there's no exposure to high heat that can reduce the efficacy of beneficial compounds. Many come from fair-trade and organic sources. Often the plant material from which they derive is literally tough to crack ~ think tiny seeds and thick-skinned nuts ~ making them best for more selective use.

Take organic Cranberry Seed Oil [Prima Fleur No. 444], which is naturally UV-protective, anti-inflammatory, and rich in antioxidants and alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids. Highly stable due to its content of phenolic compounds, it may help prevent rancidity when used with other more delicate oils, such as evening primrose, flaxseed, and borage seed. From Madagascar comes Ecocert and NOP certified organic Calophyllum inophyllum Oil [No. 401], featured in many of our Premier Products, including our Rejuvenating Crème Cleanser. Consider also Indonesian Kendi Oil [No. 432], which contains 25% omega-3 fatty acids and is produced via a fair-trade and organic program, and our organic Rose Hip Seed Oil [No. 433] and Carrot Seed Oil [No. 435].
 
For information on our Premier Products and pricing, please visit our website. For questions and to explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please contact sales@primafleur.com ~ or call (415) 455-0957.

The Wonders of Rhatany

Rhatany Root (Krameria Lappacea), derived from the rain forests in South and Central America, is a skin care ingredient with anti-oxidative, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory efficacy. Ideal for defense against aging and external stress, Rhatany supports the skin repair and cell turnover. It is also effective as an internal astringent, and is especially useful in relieving bleeding gums, halting blood flow and reducing bruising. Experience the healing power of Rhatany in our new ECOCERT® Rhatany Heel-all Foot Crème.

 

Rhatany Heel-All Foot Crème [No. 1113]

It is said that the average person takes between 7,000-10,000 steps per day! That’s quite a feat for our feet! To get the most mileage, it’s crucial that we care for our feet and legs with nurturing self massage, therapeutic aromatherapy and moisturizing crèmes. Prima Fleur’s Rhatany Heel- All Foot Crème combines the best of our effective raw ingredients, like Aloe vera and shea butter, with exemplary botanicals, like Rhatany root extract. Rhatany is the perfect addition to a foot crème due to its anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory efficacy. It is also known to supportthe natural repair system of tissue, which is beneficial for the heels, or other calloused or rough areas. Our calophyllum inophyllum from Madagascar is known to treat most skin ailments including cuts, blisters, burns, psoriasis, acne, and dry skin. It nourishes and regenerates cells and has been used in Chinese and Tahitian traditional medicine for abrasions, odor and muscle and joint pain caused by inflammation. Peppermint, Spearmint, Lemon and Grapefruit are among the essential oils that provide a burst of fragrance as well as additional anti-fungal support. These therapeutic botanicals are blended in a rich base of Ugandan Shea Butter, Sunflower Seed oil, Orange Peel wax and Beeswax.

 

For more information on products and ingredient lists, please visit our website. To place an order, please call (415) 455-0957.