About
Poppyseed oil is derived from the seeds of the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. This plant has been cultivate by humans for thousands of years and use for a variety of purposes.
Uses
The oil is sometimes used as a cooking oil; it is also used for moisturizing skin. Its primary use, however, is in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, and soaps.
Poppyseed oil is a drying oil. In oil painting, the most popular oil for binding pigment, thinning paint, and varnishing finish paintings is linseed oil.Walnut oil and poppyseed oil are also favore by oil painters, though each oil is use for a different purpose.
Benefits of Poppyseed Oil
A 2009 study found that poppyseed oil contains alpha- and gamma-tocopherol. Tocopherols are antioxidants and naturally-occurring forms of vitamin E. Poppyseed oil contains antioxidants, including naturally occurring vitamin E, which may lower the risk of conditions like cancer.
Product Details
| Botanical name | Papaver somniferum |
| Plant Part Used | Seeds |
| Extraction Method | Cold pressed |
| Country Of Origin | India |
| Solubility | Soluble in most fixed oils and mineral oil |
| Specific Gravity | 20°C. 0.920 – 0.970. 0.937 |
| Optical Rotation | N/A |
| Refractive Index | 1.470 – 1.480. 1.477@ 20°C |
| Consistency | Thin |
| Strength of Aroma | Medium |
More Details
| Mixes well with | Lemon or orange peel, the smoke of sweet spices or the fragrant notes of honey or orange flower water |
| Common Uses |
The oil is sometimes used as a cooking oil; it is also used for moisturizing skin. Its primary use, however, is in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, and soaps. Poppyseed oil is a drying oil. In oil painting, the most popular oil for binding pigment, thinning paint, and varnishing finished paintings is linseed oil. |
| Aromatic Scent | Poppy seed is sensitive to strong foreign odors |
KidSafe
Yes
Cautions
It is not safe for everybody because it contains allergens & can cause food related allergic reactions.
Pregnant women & nursing moms should use caution in using poppy seed oil.
If one has the sensitive skin, one should do the patch test before applying it topically.
How to use
An old-fashioned medical technique has turned out to help women get pregnant. The 100-year-old method involves injecting poppy seed oil through the fallopian tubes during an X-ray scan to check for blockages.
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Safety Information
- It is meant only for external use.
- Do a patch skin test before applying it to your skin.
- Dilute it before topical application.
- Avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
- Pregnant women should consult a doctor before using it.
Stability and Storage
It should be kept away from heat & other ignition materials. And keep it in tightly closed containers . keep container in cool & well ventilated area.
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