Cosmos Organic Rice Bran Oil

Information

Practical information :

• Botanical name: Simmondsia chinensis
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odour: Light, sweet and characteristic
• Texture: Light and non-greasy, easily absorbed by the skin

Extraction process :

Rice bran oil can be extracted by several methods, but mainly by mechanical pressing of the rice pulp.

Benefits and Properties :

Enrich your homemade soaps with our Rice Bran oil, a key ingredient in the fight against skin aging. This powerful oil fights free radical damage thanks to its antioxidant and anti-free radical molecules, while offering calming and soothing properties thanks to phytosterols. Ideal for eye care, it reduces the appearance of puffiness and dark circles, and its ability to thicken and stabilize emulsions leaves skin soft with no greasy feel."

Properties :

• Anti-oxidant and anti-free radical: effectively combats skin ageing by neutralizing free radicals caused by pollution.
• Calming and soothing: Contains phytosterols that soothe the skin, reducing inflammation and offering immediate comfort.
• Puffiness and Dark Circles Reducer: Useful in specific eye care products, it helps reduce the appearance of puffiness and dark circles.
• Dry and Non-Greasy Touch: Enables the creation of cosmetic preparations that leave skin soft and silky with no greasy film sensation.
• Thickener and Stabilizer: Improves the texture of emulsions and increases the stability of products, ideal for your homemade soaps or day cream soaps.

Composition of Rice bran oil :

• Monounsaturated fatty acids :
  • Oleic acid: 38.4 - 42.5
• Polyunsaturated fatty acids :
  • Linoleic acid : 34.4 - 38.6%
• Saturated fatty acids :
  • Palmitic Acid: 12.0 - 18.0%.
  • Stearic acid: 1.6 - 2.9

Recommended for which skin type :

Rice bran oil, a treasure for all skin types:

• Dry skin: Intensely moisturizes and strengthens the skin barrier thanks to its essential fatty acids.
• Oily skin: regulates sebum production and reduces imperfections, for clearer, less shiny skin.
• Sensitive skin: soothes irritation and inflammation thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory properties.
• Mature skin: Enriched with unsaponifiables such as gamma-oryzanol, vitamin E, phytosterols and ferulic acid, this oil is particularly beneficial for nourishing, revitalizing and protecting the skin. It plays a crucial role in reducing signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles, while improving skin elasticity."

How to store Rice Bran oil :

To preserve the freshness and properties of Rice Bran oil:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Make sure it's securely closed.
• It generally keeps for up to 12 months after opening.

Tips and Tricks for the Soap Maker :

Continue to enjoy the exceptional benefits of our Rice Bran oil by incorporating this luxurious ingredient into your homemade soap. Its richness in unsaponifiables, such as phytosterols and ferulic acid, helps strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.

Its saponification value
:

Unsaponifiables: These compounds, including gamma-oryzanol, vitamin E (tocopherols), phytosterols and ferulic acid, are renowned for their protective, anti-aging action on the skin.

The saponification value of rice bran oil is 133, which means that 0.133 g of NAOH soda (Link to soda lye or soda pearl) are needed to saponify 1 g of rice bran oil. This information will help you calculate your own recipe.

In your calculator, choose "Huile de Son de Riz" or "Rice Bran Oil".

This oil is sensitive to oxidation, and its content in your recipe should be between 5% and 20% maximum.

Tips :

1. Percentage of use:
   • Use Rice Bran oil at 5% to 20% of the total oils in your recipe to benefit from its moisturizing properties without compromising the soap's hardness.
2. Saponification temperature:
   • To optimize saponification, keep the temperature of the oils and the soda solution between 43°C and 48°C. This helps to preserve the natural qualities of rice bran oil and ensures an even trace.
3. Reaching the track:
   • Rice bran oil may accelerate the trace slightly. Be ready to work a little faster once it's added to the mix.
4. Soap color:
   • Rice bran oil can give your soap a slight yellow tint, which can be a visual appeal. For brighter colors, adjust with natural clays or micas suitable for saponification.
5. Final soap properties:
   • Soaps containing Rice Bran oil are known for their ability to moisturize, nourish the skin and provide a rich, creamy lather. They are particularly recommended for dry, mature skin.
6. Formulation tips:
   • For recipes specifically designed for mature skin, combine Rice Bran oil with other regenerating oils such as jojoba oil. Add butters such as shea or cocoa for extra nourishment.

Additions / Superfatting
:

• Plant extracts: Marigold petals: soothe and repair the skin, ideal for sensitive skin.
• Moisturizing active ingredients: Shea butter or cocoa butter: These butters can be added to enhance the soap's moisturizing and nourishing effect.
• Perfumes and essential oils:
• Lavandin Grosso: Soothing and relaxing, this EO is ideal for a soap intended for use before bedtime.
• Lemongrass: Refreshing and energizing, perfect for a morning soap.
• Activated charcoal: Excellent for creating marbling effects and purifying the skin.

Mussels:

Be aware that the reaction between soda and oils can generate heat. Use our special molds and monitor the temperature throughout the process to avoid the freezing phase (See Blog: Freezing phases).

Our molds are flexible, making them easy to remove from the mold once the soap has hardened. What's more, they enable better heat distribution during the saponification process, promoting optimal soap setting.

Tips and Usage for Solid Shampoo and Conditioner :

Add 10 ml of Rice Bran oil to your solid shampoo recipe. Works perfectly with Neem oil.

• Hydration :
  • Deeply nourishes: Rich in essential fatty acids, it moisturizes the scalp and hair without weighing them down, making it ideal for dry, damaged hair.
• Protection :
  • Contains antioxidants: Rice Bran oil is rich in vitamin E and oryzanol, which help protect hair from environmental damage such as pollution and UV rays.
• Improved texture and shine:
  • Smoothes frizz: The fatty acids in this oil help smooth hair cuticles, reducing frizz and improving overall shine.
  • Makes hair soft and silky: The nutrients present in the oil help soften hair, making it more manageable and pleasant to the touch.
• Scalp health support:
  • Anti-inflammatory properties: The oil can help soothe scalp irritation and inflammation, which is beneficial for people suffering from conditions such as dermatitis or dandruff.
  • Promotes hair growth: Thanks to its nutrient-rich composition, rice bran oil can help stimulate hair growth and strengthen hair roots.
• Preventing hair loss:
  • Essential nutrients: Oil contains minerals and vitamins that can help prevent hair loss and maintain healthy hair.
• Universal use :
  • Suitable for all hair types: Whether your hair is dry, oily or normal, rice bran oil can be beneficial thanks to its balance of nutrients that won't weigh hair down.

The indications and advice given above are provided for information only, based on reputable sources in aromatherapy, soap-making and phytotherapy. Under no circumstances should they be considered as medical advice. This information is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It is essential to consult a health professional before using essential oils or any other product mentioned. In addition, please note that the product discussed in this context is not intended for consumption