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Power of the Seed

Your Guide to Oils for Health & Beauty
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Power of the Seed by Susan M. Parker is an illustrated guide exploring the vital role of fixed oils in commercial beauty treatments. It explains fatty acids, omega oils, trans-fats, as well as saturated and unsaturated oils, providing practical advice on crafting topical skincare, cosmetics, and massage oils. Featuring detailed information on over 90 rare and common oils, the book encourages experimentation with new recipes.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for skincare enthusiasts, beauty professionals, and anyone interested in natural cosmetic formulations exploring the uses and properties of seed oils.

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The remarkable benefits of nut and seed oils, and how to use them in your everyday life.

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Fixed oils play a large part in most all commercial beauty treatments. Power of the Seed is an engaging, illustrated guide book that shows the reader the meaning and uses of fatty acids, omega oils, trans-fats, saturated and unsaturated oils. It also offers instruction on how to use these oils to create topical skin care, cosmetics and massage oils.

Susan M. Parker presents advice and in-depth information on the different types, sources, uses and structures of these precious oils. Over 90 rare and common oils are discussed, along with suggestions for creating new recipes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781934170540

Publisher: Process Media

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Process Media

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 530g

Pages: 322

About the Author

Susan M. Parker: Susan has extensive experience in the world of natural product formulation using oils. In addition to selling products through her own line, Solum & Herbe, she has taught classes at California School of Herbal Studies and the Northern California Women's Herbal Symposium.

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