emollient

Blueberry Seed Oil

INCI: Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Seed Oil

What is it?

Blueberry seed oil is cold-pressed from blueberry seeds. It's rich in linoleic acid (up to 53%) and alpha-linolenic acid (up to 32%), plus anthocyanin antioxidants and tocotrienols, a potent form of vitamin E. It's typically used in formulations for antioxidant and anti-aging support.

How is it used?

Use in the oil phase of a formula, ideally paired with an additional antioxidant since its own polyunsaturated content makes it prone to oxidizing.

Forms

Available forms and grades affect how this ingredient behaves and how it should be selected for a formula.

Appearance

Color, texture, and physical characteristics can vary between suppliers and product grades.

Usage rate

Recommended incorporation levels depend on product type, supplier guidance, and the intended result.

Why we use it

Formulators choose this ingredient for specific performance, sensory, and stability benefits.

Strengths and limitations

Its advantages, compatibility considerations, and practical tradeoffs should be weighed during development.

Alternatives and substitutions

Possible replacements depend on the ingredient's role, desired skin feel, and formulation system.

Storage and shelf life

Appropriate storage conditions help protect quality and performance throughout the ingredient's usable life.

Blueberry Seed Oil

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