Wheat Germ

Scientific Name-Triticum vulgare

Origin-USA

Method of production- Cold pressed

Color-Yellow

Wheat germ oil is extracted from the germ of the wheat kernel.

The germ contains high amounts of protein (25%), sugar (18%), oil (16% of the embryonic axis and 32% of the scutellum), and ash (5%). The wheat germ oil is rich in phosphorus (1.4 g/kg), contains no starch but high vitamins B contents.

The major constituents were found to be hexanal (15.97%), 2-methyl-2-butene (10.43%), 2, 4- heptadienal (8.53%), and limonene (6.83%). The oil was rich in unsaturated fatty acid (83.45%), especially in linoleic acid (64.82%), and there were 75.49% unsaturated fatty acid distributed in Sn-2 position.

Wheat germ oil benefits the skin by virtue of high protein and Vitamin E content which help in building collagen and improving skin texture.

Key Benefits

1. Wheat germ oil is a great source of Vitamin E, which is said to be a powerful antioxidant.
2. A Great Face Cleanser.
3. Lowers Cholesterol.
4. Treats Skin Scars.
5. It nourishes hair.
6. Has Anti-Ageing Properties.
7. Improves skin texture.
8. It helps in skin repair, heals and prevents scarring.
9. Regular use of wheat germ oil helps reduce oxidative stress.
10. It minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and helps in maintaining glowing and healthy skin tone.
11. It also provides natural hydration to the skin.
12. It prevents acne.
13. The oil helps trap moisture into your skin results in soft and smooth skin.
14. Add shine to your hair.
15. It gives you clear and clean scalp.
16. Prevents dandruff.
17. Stimulates hair growth.