Sunflower Oil

What is it?	A yellow liquid oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower.
Appearance	Pale yellow liquid oil.
Texture	Smooth, liquid oil.
Scent	Low scent, typical of carrier oils.
Absorbency Speed	Fast
Solubility	Oil
Why do we use it in formulations?	It’s a great, versatile, carrier oil that’s great in lotions, body butters, salves, lip balms, and more.
Do you need it?	Sunflower oil is a great choice for so many projects and is so inexpensive that I think it’s a great thing to have in your DIY pantry. You could use safflower or grapeseed instead, though.
Refined or unrefined?	I use refined and like it.
Strengths	A great, versatile carrier oil that’s rich in Linoleic Acid and vitamins A, B, D and E.
Weaknesses	Easily replaced with many other carrier oils.
Alternatives & Substitutions	Grapeseed oil, safflower oil, apricot kernel oil, canola oil, and other fast-absorbing, low-scent carrier oils.
How to Work with It	It’s fantastic in lotions, lip balms, soaps, and facial serums.
Storage & Shelf Life	Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, sunflower seed oil should last up to two years.
Tips, Tricks, and Quirks	It’s very high in Linoleic Acid, which is a fatty acid that’s been found to be highly beneficial to troublesome skin (acne, eczema, psoriasis, etc.).
Recommended starter amount	250mL (8fl oz)
Where to Buy it	Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier or Amazon.