TER Chemicals: Cosmetics made of hemp

Published: 20-Jul-2021

The unique properties of hemp seeds, which contain all essential amino acids as well as omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, are ideal for use on skin and hair

For a healthy, fresh look, beauty products should offer optimal care. These may come in the form of lip care products, facial serums, face masks or shampoos, and in many of these products hemp is increasingly being used as a valuable ingredient.

The unique properties of hemp seeds, which contain all essential amino acids as well as omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, are ideal for use on skin and hair. Read on and let yourself be inspired!

Nourishing hemp oil for high-quality beauty products

How is CBD, THC and hemp oil extracted?

  • CBD oil: CBD is extracted from the flowers of hemp plants and then dissolved in a carrier oil
  • THC oil: This oil is extracted from the resin components of the female hemp plant
  • Hemp oil: Hemp oil is obtained from hemp seeds

Organic Virgin Hemp Oil

Organic Virgin Hemp Oil is a 100% pure, cold-pressed hemp seed oil from organic cultivation. Its unique composition is similar to that of skin lipids.

Lipid composition of Organic Virgin Hemp Oil:

  • Stearic acid: 1-5%
  • Palmitic acid: 4-10%
  • Oleic acid (omega 9): 5-20%
  • Linoleic acid: (omega 6): 45-65%
  • Alpha linolenic acid: (omega 3): 14-30%
  • Gamma linolenic acid: <%5

Thanks to this similarity, Organic Virgin Hemp Oil is particularly suited to intense nourishment of dry and sensitive skin.

Organic Virgin Hemp Oil can be used in various ways, for example for facial and body skincare products, hair cosmetics, or neat as a facial massage oil.

Our tip: At the end of a strenuous day working from home, Organic Virgin Hemp Oil is ideal for a soothing facial massage.

Other advantages:

  • INCI: Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
  • Color: yellowish-green
  • Certification: COSMOS, Organic
  • Contains no CBD or THC

Click here for further information on Organic Virgin Hemp Oil.

Hemp Tein Z NPNF®

Hemp Tein Z NPNF®  is a water-soluble hemp extract produced from the biomass of cold- pressed hemp seed oil. The use of hemp seed biomass makes this a sustainable process.

The Natural Origin Index which denotes the degree of natural origin is 0.97. Hemp Tein Z NPNF® is suitable for facial and body skincare products and various haircare products. Its effectiveness has been proven through in-vivo and in-vitro studies.

Other advantages and properties:

  • COSMOS-compliant
  • INCI: Hydrolysed Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract
  • Contains no CBD or THC
  • Application concentration 1-5%
  • Has a moisturising effect (in vivo), smooths the surface of the skin (in vivo) and improves the complexion (in vivo)
  • Increases skin’s elasticity (in vivo) and hair strength (in vivo).

Click here to go to Hemp Tein Z NPNF®.

For other questions relating to the topic of hemp oil or other ingredients, please feel free to contact us.

Dr. Robert von Rönn
Head of BU Life Science, TER Chemicals Distribution Group
Tel.: +49 1761 501 8188
E-mail: r.vonroenn[at]tergroup.com

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