Sunflower Oil, High Oleic, 10 l

High oleic sunflower oil for soap making

Refined high oleic sunflower oil in a 10-litre container, intended primarily for cold process and hot process soap making. Compared to standard sunflower oil, it has a higher proportion of oleic acid, making it more stable against oxidation. In formulations it serves as an emollient, carrier and antioxidant. It is obtained by mechanical pressing of sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) followed by refining; the raw material is of European origin.

The large pack is designed for producers who process oil in larger quantities: soap makers, small workshops and courses.

What it is suitable for

• Cold process and hot process soap – a base oil in the formula, usually in combination with other fats and butters.
• Massage and body oils – a carrier oil for diluting macerates and fragrance or essential oils.
• Creams and balms – part of the oil phase in emulsions and anhydrous balms for body, hands and lips.
• Hair care – for oil treatments and wraps for dry hair and scalp.

Use in formulation

The oil is oil-soluble and water-insoluble, so it belongs to the oil phase. It is added to emulsions together with other oils and an emulsifier; in anhydrous products it is blended directly with other ingredients. The dosage range is wide, from 1% up to 100% depending on the product type: the pure oil is used as a massage or carrier oil, in creams it forms part of the oil phase, and in soap it is typically one of the main oils.

During processing, it is recommended to keep the temperature below 80 °C. This range covers heating the oil phase during emulsion manufacture as well as hot process soap making.

In emulsions and skin oils it acts as an emollient: it softens the skin and supports its hydration. It is suitable for sensitive, dry and children's skin, in both rinse-off and leave-on products.

Good to know

The high oleic variety differs from standard sunflower oil in its fatty acid composition. In regular sunflower oil, linoleic acid predominates, whereas in the high oleic variety it is oleic acid, making the oil more stable in the finished product and in soap.

The oil contains no fragrance allergens, is not classified as hazardous under CLP and is not produced from GMO raw materials. It has food-grade and cosmetic-grade quality, so it can also be used in the kitchen, for example in dressings or for homemade herbal-infused oils.

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