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Extracted from the kernel of wheat grains, wheat germ oil is a rich source of vitamin B6, folic acid, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and many other essential nutrients. Â In fact, it contains 23 different nutrients.Â
Wheat germ oil is made from the germ of the wheat.  The grain consists of three parts – the husk, the germ and the endosperm – and it is the germ that is used in the manufacture of the oil.Â
SPECIFICATIONS
APPEARANCEÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Light yellow to golden yellow colored liquid
ODOURÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Characteristic mild wheat like odour
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @20°C         0.915 to 0.930
REFRACTIVE INDEX @20°C       1.469 to 1.479
FLASHPOINT                            250°C
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GENERAL CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
The main chemical constituents of Wheatgerm Oil are:
Palmitic Acid
Palmitoleic
Stearic Acid
Oleic Acid
Linoleic  Acid
Alpha-Linolenic Acid
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ALLERGENS: No known allergens.
Properties:
Wheatgerm oil is one of the widely used carriers and also has great medicinal properties. Â It is thick and heavy with a strong smell. Â The oil is rich in vitamin E and other essential fatty acids. It also contains vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C and other proteins and minerals like magnesium, copper and zinc. The presence of all these nutrients makes it a good source of dietary nutrition. Â Wheatgerm oil is also a good emollient. It is heavy in nature and hence is normally blended with other oils for massaging purpose.
Skincare:
Anti-aging and antioxidant properties help minimize wrinkles and fine lines whilst reducing signs of premature aging and preserving the skin. The vitamin B content in wheat germ oil helps in tissue growth, repairing tissue damage and assists vitamins, minerals and nutrients reaching your cells.
Wheatgerm oils is an anti-inflammatory and soothes and repairs skin easing problems like eczema, dry skin and psoriasis. It is recommended for skin that has been exposed to sun and environmental damage.
Haircare:
Wheat germ oil preserves the texture of your hair and is optimal for a dry and flaky scalp
