Behold the Strawberry, one of nature's most delicious creations. Rich in Vitamin C, and ever so tasty, these little red berries boast one of the most popular scents and flavors used in baking, skin care, and home fragrance, but did you know that Strawberry Seeds contained a bounty of beneficial attributes as well? It's true! Those itty bitty seeds contain huge amounts of antioxidants, tocopherol, and essential fatty acids. When cold pressed, they yield a clear golden oil that is excellent for use in skin care. Strawberry Seed Oil can be used in facials, specialty soaps, lotions, creams, and serums. It is a great addition to anti-aging formulas, scrubs massage oils, or dry skin treatments. Like most Berry Seed Oils, Strawberry Seed Oil has a delightfully light texture and a slightly sweet and acidic aroma.
Pairing Strawberry Seed Oil with other ingredients couldn't be more fun. Try using it along with Pink Kaolin Clay, Neroli Hydrosol, and Whole Milk Powder to create a sweet Strawberry Facial Mask. Making a Salt Scrub? Why not combine Strawberry Seed Oil with another light Oil such as Fractionated Coconut before adding it to some Bolivian Pink Salt and Dried Strawberry Seeds? Top off any of your Strawberry inspired creations with a dash of our yummy Strawberry Fragrance Oil to make them totally irresistable. Do you have any favorite recipes inspired by the Strawberry? Share them with us in the comments below.
Thank you very much, I had no idea that strawberry seeds had so many beneficial properties, and that they are made into an oil! I like using fresh strawberries, blended with yogurt as a natural facial mask. :-)
Do you know if strawberry seeds can cause an allergic reaction? Some people have an allergic reaction to the fruit but I don't know if this would happen with the seeds.
Posted by: MRochell at My Sensitive Skin Care | January 13, 2010 at 05:53 PM
In my experience, it is better to be safe than sorry when it comes to allergies, so I would guess that is is possible for someone to be allergic to strawberry seeds, especially if they have an existing allergy to the fruit. In any case, it is always a good idea to make sure your creations are properly labeled to avoid possible allergic reactions.
Posted by: Emmy Gabriel | January 14, 2010 at 12:57 PM
Thank you very much Emmy! I've enjoyed reading your blog for a while now, as you always share such helpful information about natural ingredients and I always learn something new. I really appreciate your work.
Posted by: MRochell at My Sensitive Skin Care | January 14, 2010 at 01:52 PM
Youre quite welcome, MRochell. Im happy to hear that you enjoy the
blog. If you ever have another question, please let me know. Great
questions help to make The Natural Beauty Workshop even better.
Posted by: Emmy Gabriel | January 14, 2010 at 02:18 PM