Pomace Olive Oil

Pomace Olive Oil Information

Olive Pomace Oil Fully ripe, hand picked olives make the best oil, which is produced by crushing the pulp of the fruit and not the seed, and different qualities are available and range from extra virgin, virgin and pure. Pomace is the ground flesh and pits after pressing. Any oil that hasn’t been removed by pressure can then be extracted using steam and solvents. Olive oil is not particularly recommended in aromatherapy, as the oil is a bit too heavy and the aroma too overpowering. Olive oil pomace is considered an inferior grade and is used for soap making or industrial purposes. This oil creates a long lasting, non-drying mild soap with creamy lather, and no other soapmaking oil contributes its unique set of characteristics. It retains moisture to the skin by forming a breathable layer, and like jojoba oil, shea butter and kukui nut oil it does not block the skin’s natural functions while performing it’s own. Olive oil is a good oil for skin care, especially mature, inflamed, or dry skin, as it provides disinfectant, antiwrinkle, and wound healing properties. It makes an excellent conditioner for hair and nails, and is used as a remedy for arthritis. It is good for making salves, cosmetics, and has good medicinal properties. Some people may find certain grades unpleasantly strong smelling.

Cautions - It is a very stable oil and does not go rancid easily and can be stored without refrigeration for a year. It may overpower a blend. This is a heavier oil so dilute it 10% in other carrier oils.