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Emollient

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Often labeled as: Olive Oil

The classic, oleic-rich Mediterranean oil.

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Overall Safety Caution
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 3 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from olives. It is exceptionally high in Oleic acid and squalene, making it a highly penetrating, incredibly rich oil that deeply nourishes dry, mature skin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Repairs severe dryness, provides antioxidant defense, and softens skin.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin due to the high oleic acid content.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts exactly like human sebum.

The Science

Human sebum has much less oleic acid; pure olive oil can sometimes disrupt the barrier if used improperly.