| What is it? |
A liquid oil pressed from the seeds of Carthamus tinctorius. |
| Appearance |
A yellow liquid oil. |
| Texture |
A smooth, liquid oil. |
| Scent |
Vaguely oily, nothing remarkable. |
| Absorbency Speed |
Fast |
| Solubility |
Oil |
| Why do we use it in formulations? |
It’s a great, versatile, inexpensive oil that works well in many projects. |
| Do you need it? |
It’s a useful low-scent fast-absorbing carrier oil, and you should have at least once, but it doesn’t have to be this one. |
| Refined or unrefined? |
I’ve only ever worked with refined, and I like it. |
| Strengths |
A very versatile low-scent, fast absorbing carrier oil. |
| Weaknesses |
It can be replaced by many other carrier oils. |
| Alternatives & Substitutions |
Grapeseed oil, sunflower seed oil (USA / Canada / UK / NZ), canola oil, apricot kernel oil, and other smooth, low-scent, fast-absorbing oils. |
| How to Work with It |
It’s great in lotions, body butters, lip balms, facial serums, and all kinds of other projects—it’s inexpensive and versatile. |
| Storage & Shelf Life |
Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, safflower oil should last up to two years. |
| Tips, Tricks, and Quirks |
Safflower oil is mostly Oleic Acid. |
| Recommended starter amount |
100mL (3.3fl oz) |
| Where to Buy it |
Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier or Amazon. |
