Hemp Seed Oil

Carrier Oil · Cannabis sativa

Hemp Seed Oil

The balanced green oil

A deep-green oil pressed from hulled hemp seeds — light, dry-touch and famous for a near-ideal balance of omega-3 and omega-6, making it one of the most broadly suited oils for everyday skin. Hover any measure to see where hemp seed sits on the scale.

Weight
Light
Heavy
Medium
Light
How heavy the oil feels on skin. Lighter oils absorb fast and sit weightless; heavier oils cushion and linger.
Absorption
Moderate
Fast
Moderate
Slow
How quickly the oil sinks in. Fast feels dry-touch; slow stays on the surface for longer-lasting conditioning.
Finish
Natural
Rich
Slight Sheen
Natural
Matte
The look left on the skin — from a flat, matte finish to a rich, visible sheen.
Vitamin E
Moderate
High
Moderate
Low
Natural antioxidant (tocopherol) content. Higher levels help protect skin and keep the oil stable.
The Basics

What it is

Hemp seed oil is cold-pressed from the hulled seeds of Cannabis sativa (the industrial, non-psychoactive variety). It's a deep-green, light oil prized for its near-ideal balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

That balanced, barrier-friendly profile and very low comedogenic rating make it one of the most broadly suitable carrier oils — a dry-touch everyday choice for most skin types, including oily and blemish-prone.

Quick Facts

Botanical nameCannabis sativa
OriginCentral Asia
SourceHulled seeds
ExtractionCold-pressed
ColourDeep green
ComedogenicLow (0)
Also calledHemp oil
Where it comes from

The Plant & The Seed

Hemp leaf

The Hemp Plant

A fast-growing annual recognised by its distinctive palmate, serrated leaves and clusters of small seeds.

Hemp seeds

The Seeds

The hulled seeds are cold-pressed to give a deep-green oil with a famously balanced omega profile.

Composition

The Compound Profile

Hemp is celebrated for its balanced omega ratio. The typical breakdown:

Linoleic Acid Omega-6 · polyunsaturated
56%
Alpha-Linolenic Acid Omega-3 · polyunsaturated
18%
Oleic Acid Omega-9 · monounsaturated
12%
Gamma-Linolenic Acid Omega-6 · GLA
3%
Beyond Fatty Acids

What sets hemp apart:

Balanced Omega 3 & 6
A near-ideal ratio that suits the widest range of skin.
Gamma-Linolenic Acid
A small but soothing GLA fraction.
Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
Antioxidants that protect skin and the delicate oil.
Why People Love It

Key Benefits

Balanced Omegas

A near-ideal omega-3 to omega-6 ratio for everyday skin.

Non-Comedogenic

A zero rating makes it friendly to oily, blemish-prone skin.

Barrier Support

Rich in essential fatty acids that comfort and condition.

In Our Formulations

How we use it

Hemp is a dependable everyday base — we use it where a blend wants balanced, barrier-friendly nourishment that stays light.

Its low comedogenic rating makes it a natural fit for facial blends across most skin types.

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