We specialize in premium food grade oils. Extra virgin cold pressed: - Apricot Kernel oil
- Avocado oil
- Flaxseed oil
- Macadamia oil
- Olive oil
- Peanut oil
- Safflower oil
- Sesame oil
- Soyabean oil
- Sunflower
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Apricot Kernel oil Cold pressed from the kernel of the delicate apricot, this translucent oil deeply nourishes and enriches the skin. The fine consistency of Apricot Kernel Oil allows it to absorb easily into the skin leaving a velvety finish. Proteco Cold Pressed Apricot Kernel Oil is also a delicious substitute for other oils when baking cakes and cookies. More info
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Aromas Massage oil Aro-mas is an excellent choice as a carrier oil in aromatherapy and massage, offering not only the benefit of a safe, cost effective diluent for the aromatic oils, but also the physical and biochemical benefits desired in skin preparations. Aro-mas, a lightly refined and deodorized oil blend have been developed by Proteco specifically for the aromatherapy and massage market. The super-fine blend of this high profile oil is a balanced combination of Apricot, Macadamia and Sunflower Oils. - 1. Emolliency - Emmolients are substances that impact softness, smoothness and flexibility to the skin and have the ability to maintain these conditions for some time.
- 2. Occlusivity -Refers to the ability to create a film on the skin surface that interferes with the evaporation of water from the skin surface. The occlusive character therefore is utilized to increase the water content of the skin. This increase alters the viscoelasticity of stratum corneum and makes the skin more supple.
- 3. Lubricity - Lubricity is related to emolliency and is due to the ability of Aro-mas to reduce frictional effects between surfaces.
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Avocado oil Cold pressed from the flesh of the avocado fruit, this oil is rich in Vitamins, A, B & D and lecithin. Possessing a mild nutty flavour. Avocado oil is a tasty and healthy choice when used as a base for salad dressings and oil marinades. Avocado oil must never be heated as bitter flavours will develop. Proteco Cold Pressed Avocado Oil readily penetrates the skin and its extremely high vitamin and mineral content nourish dry climate-abused or ageing skin. To nourish the skin, massage a portion of avocado oil into the skin using a warm face cloth to remove excess oil. More info
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Flaxseed oil Proteco Cold Pressed Unrefined Flaxseed Oil, produced by pressing the seeds of the Flax plant, is the richest source of the valuable Omega-3 fatty acids. Only Flaxseed Oil that is cold pressed and unrefined provides any benefit to the consumer. The human body needs two essential fatty acids (EFA's) to function effectively: - 1. Omega-3 (Linolenic Acid)
- 2. Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)
As our bodies cannot produce these EFA's we need to obtain adequate levels through our diet, where the proportion of Omega-3 should be almost double the amount of Omega-6. Cold Pressed Unrefined Flaxseed Oil is highly polyunsaturated oil and as a result is susceptible to oxidation. During the production process Proteco takes vital steps to reduce factors leading to oxidation. Step 1: The oil is cold pressed using screw presses at ambient temperatures with light exclusion. Step 2: The oil is packaged into glass bottles, reducing exposure to light. Step 3: Each bottle is flushed with inert gas to expel oxygen to preserve freshness. Fresh Flaxseed Oil retains its vital nutrients unspoiled for 4 months if opened. However it should be consumed within 3-6 weeks after opening as light, oxygen and high temperatures rapidly destroy the Omega-3's. Care should be taken to store Cold Pressed Flaxseed Oil below 4°C (Flaxseed Oil must never be heated). For general health, it is recommended that one tablespoon is consumed daily (professional advice should be obtained). More info
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Macadamia oil Nourishing to dry skin. Proteco Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil is beneficial in skin formation due to high palmitoleic acid content. Palmitoleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid found in sebum, a substance that retains moisture in the skin. As palmitoleic acid in sebum diminishes with age Macadamia Oil may help replenish this in older skin. As a healthy alternative to your current cooking oil, try lightly frying a delicious fish fillet in Proteco Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil served with a healthy salad. More info
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Olive oil Pressed from Manzanilla & Paragon varieties, this oil displays the fresh, full flavored, cold pressed character needed for Mediterranean style diets and cooking. Besides being a Monosaturated fat, it is rich in antioxidants and vitamins which help prevent body cell ageing. Use this oil for all Extra Virgin Cold Pressed requirements and uses in restaurants and home style gourmet cooking. More info
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Peanut oil A hypoallergenic and emollient oil, Peanut Oil has useful applications apart from cooking such as soap manufacture. Peanut Oil is also delicious when used for cooking, try creating a healthy Asian stir-fry using Proteco Cold Pressed Peanut Oil. More info
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Safflower oil Safflower Oil is rich in linolenic acid (Omega-6) and low in viscosity making it suitable for skin and hair conditioning products. When used as massage oil, Safflower oil helps circulatory problems and is beneficial to inflamed joints, sprains and bruises. More info
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Sesame oil The high Vitamin and sesamol content provide Proteco Cold Pressed Sesame Oil with excellent stability. Sesame Oil has a long history of use as a massage base and is beneficial when used in conjunction with infused herbs. Not only an excellent cooking oil, but is ideal in moisturizers and hand products. More info
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Soyabean oil Soyabean is a low yielding seed oil and is high in polyunsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid (omega 6) and has beneficial levels of vitamin E. It is widely used in medical and health professions. Soyabean oil is also a popular cooking and salad oil due to it's ability not to cloud. Other uses include sandwich spreads, mayonnaise, cosmetics, soaps & shampoos.
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Sunflower oil Proteco Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil is light in texture and leaves the skin feeling satin-smooth. It contains Vitamin A, B, D and E and is high in unsaturated fatty acids. A Popular oil in the treatment of Asthma and as a bread making ingredient. More info
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