Botanical Name: Limnanthes alba

Extraction Method: Cold Pressed

Processing Type: Refined

Obtained From: Seeds

Meadowfoam is a small, herbaceous winter-spring annual.  The name Meadowfoam is derived from the typical white blooming of plants which give the image of white foam covering the soil.  This carrier oil contains 98% fatty acids long-chain carbon atoms.  It is resistant to oxidation due to naturally occuring tocopherols, and is one of the most stable lipids known and will actually extend the shelf life of less stable ingredients.  As a result, it has an extremely long shelf life.  Meadowfoam carrier oil has a wonderful moisturizing and rejuvenating properties and is highly recommended for use in cosmetics and skin care products especially for its UV protection properties.