Plant HistoryThe hemp plant has been grown across Europe for centuries as a source of fibre for rope-making. In recent years the seeds have been extracted to yield an oil which has uses in both health foods and skin care due to its rich content of Essential Fatty AcidsOil Production MethodHemp seeds contain about 25%, making it relatively easy to extract. The oil is produced by means of expeller pressing at low temperatures and is therefore cold pressed. The oil may then be refined using traditional techniques as required. Northstar Hemp oil is produced in the UK and refined in the Netherlands to meet European food and cosmetic standardsOil compositionHemp seed oil contains an ideal balance of Omega 3 (Alpha Linolenic Acid) and Omega 6 (Linoleic acid) Fatty Acids which give it a high nutritional value for both dietary use and in skin nutritionApplicationsCosmeticFor skin care the combination of these Essential Fatty Acids mean that Hemp oil has a great all-round performance. It has a light to medium skin feel and is readily absorbed whilst leaving the skin felling non-greasy.Due to the Omega 3 ALA content of the oil, hemp also helps improve dry skin conditions and aids in the reduction of skin redness.Hemp seed oil softens smooths and replenishes the skinHemp seed oil can be used in body and face oils, body lotions and nigh creams to enrich the lipid