Wheat germ oil

Information

Practical information :

• Botanical name: Triticum vulgare (or Triticum aestivum)
• Appearance: Slightly oily, golden-yellow liquid
• Odour: Mild and characteristic, with hints of grain
• Texture: Rich yet non-greasy, it quickly penetrates the skin, providing a sensation of comfort and leaving skin soft and supple.

Extraction process :

Wheat germ oil is extracted by cold pressing the germ of the wheat kernel, a method that preserves its richness in essential nutrients. This process preserves the oil's natural vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, ensuring optimum quality.

Benefits and Properties :

Wheat germ oil, incorporated into soaps, provides a multitude of benefits thanks to its exceptional properties. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins E, B6 and folic acid, it deeply nourishes and regenerates the skin, helping to preserve its youthfulness. Its highly emollient nature makes it ideal for dry, sensitive and dehydrated skin, providing comforting hydration and care with every use.

Properties :
As you can see, wheatgerm vegetable oil is a real nugget for soapmakers, providing a wealth of benefits for the skin thanks to its rich composition and multiple properties.

Nourishing and Emollient: Exceptionally rich, wheat germ oil is ideal for dry, dehydrated skin, providing intense, deep hydration that restores and maintains the epidermis' moisture balance.

Regenerating and Repairing: Thanks to its high content of vitamins E and B, as well as antioxidants, this oil helps regenerate skin cells and repair damage caused by external aggression, reinforcing the skin's protective barrier.

Anti-aging effect: Wheatgerm oil acts against the signs of skin aging, nourishing mature skin and combating loss of elasticity, helping to firm skin tissue and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Exfoliating and revitalizing: It encourages the natural elimination of dead cells and stimulates skin regeneration, helping to refresh and revive the complexion.

Texture and feel: Thick but very soft, wheat germ oil gives a velvety feel to the skin, enveloping it in a sensation of comfort and cocooning.

Sensory pleasure: Its characteristic cereal scent evokes simplicity and authenticity, recalling the spirit of the countryside and adding a touch of natural well-being to cosmetic products.

Wheat Germ Oil composition:

• Palmitic acid (C16:0): 11 - 20 %.
• Stearic acid (C18:0): Up to 2
• Oleic acid (C18:1): 9 - 38%.
• Linoleic acid (C18:2): 40 - 60%.
• Linolenic acid (C18:3): 6 - 10%.

Recommended for which skin type :

• Dry skin: Thanks to its high content of essential fatty acids, wheat germ oil is extremely moisturizing. It intensely nourishes dry skin, helps restore its hydrolipidic film and prevents dehydration, leaving skin supple and revitalized.
• Sensitive skin: Wheatgerm oil is gentle and rich in vitamin E, an antioxidant that calms irritation and redness. It also strengthens the cutaneous barrier, protecting sensitive skin from external aggression.
• Mature skin: Wheatgerm oil's abundance of antioxidants, notably vitamin E, makes it an anti-aging ally. It fights the signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines, firms the skin and promotes a more youthful, radiant complexion.
• Blemish-prone skin: Although nourishing, wheat germ oil can help regulate sebum thanks to its balancing properties. It is beneficial for purifying the skin and reducing the appearance of imperfections, helping to maintain clear, healthy skin.

How to store Wheat Germ 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 :

I absolutely must tell you about my favorite soap-making ingredient: wheat germ oil. I use it very often in my recipes because it makes my soaps incredibly nourishing and gentle on my skin. And that's not all, I also add this magic oil to my day and night creams during the winter. It's the perfect duo to keep our skin well hydrated and protected from the rigors of the cold. Try it, and you'll see, your skin will thank you for being so pampered!

Unsaponifiables :

Unsaponifiables are oil components that do not become soap during the saponification process, and retain their original properties. The unsaponifiables in wheat germ oil mainly include vitamins, sterols and tocopherols (vitamin E).

• Vitamin E (tocopherols): A powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells against the damaging effects of free radicals. Wheatgerm oil is particularly rich in vitamin E, which contributes to its anti-aging action and its ability to improve skin and hair health.
• Plant sterols: These components improve the skin barrier, reduce inflammation and help maintain skin elasticity.

These unsaponifiables make wheat germ oil particularly beneficial for soap formulations, not only for its nourishing and protective effects, but also for its role in skin regeneration and rejuvenation.

Its saponification value
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The saponification value of wheatgerm oil is 131, which means that 0.131 g of NAOH soda are needed to saponify 1 g of wheatgerm oil. This information will help you calculate your own recipe.

In your calculator, choose "Huile de Germe de Blé" or "Wheat germ Oil".

It's an unstable oil, so be careful not to exceed the percentage in your recipe. Its content in your recipe will be between 3% and 10% maximum.

Tips :

• Moderate dosage: Use it in addition to other oils up to 10% in the formulation to avoid a soap that's too soft. It works very well in combination with harder oils such as coconut oil or shea butter.
• Anti-aging soap: Combine it with anti-aging essential oils such as frankincense or lavender to create a targeted soap that will help fight the signs of aging.

Additions / Superfatting :

• Exfoliating soap: Mix it with ground oats or seeds to make a gentle exfoliating soap, ideal for removing dead cells and revitalizing the complexion.
• Enhancing aromas: Its light cereal scent blends well with essential oils with earthy or herbaceous notes. Think patchouli, cedar or geranium to complete its natural scent.
• Adding to the trace : To maximize its nourishing and regenerative properties, add wheat germ oil to the trace rather than at the beginning of the oil mixture. This will preserve its vitamins and antioxidants.

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 freezing your soaps.

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

Tips and Usage for Solid Shampoo and Conditioner :

Add 10 ml wheatgerm oil to your solid shampoo or conditioner recipe. Works perfectly with castor oil.

Wheatgerm oil is a precious ingredient, used for both skin and hair, for its multiple benefits and its nourishing, protective and regenerating properties.

• Deep hydration: Wheatgerm oil penetrates deep into hair follicles and scalp, providing essential moisture that helps combat dryness, frizz and split ends, making hair softer and more manageable.
• Nourishes hair: Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E and other B vitamins, it deeply nourishes hair, providing the nutrients it needs to stay strong and healthy.
• Strengthens hair: Antioxidants and nutrients like zinc and iron in wheat germ oil help strengthen hair follicles, reducing breakage and promoting more vigorous hair growth.
• Soothes the scalp: its anti-inflammatory properties help calm irritation and itching of the scalp, reducing dandruff and promoting a healthy environment for hair growth.
• Improves shine: By smoothing hair cuticles, wheat germ oil helps reflect light, making hair visibly shinier and healthier.
• Protection against environmental damage: Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting hair against damage caused by UV rays, pollution and other environmental stresses.

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