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Olive Oil - Australian Virgin

$210.00
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Our Premium Australian Virgin Olive Oil is 100% cold-pressed from Victorian olives – a golden, high-oleic carrier perfect for gentle cold-process soaps, nourishing balms, and massage blends. This food-grade oil delivers deep conditioning, silky glide, and stability without pomace or blends. Locally sourced for freshness and superior performance in natural skincare and soap making.

Product Info

Specs
  • Type: Virgin olive oil (cold-press, food-grade)
  • Appearance: Rich golden liquid
  • Oleic Acid Content: High for stability and conditioning
  • SAP Value: ~0.135 NaOH / ~0.190 KOH (for soap calculations)
  • Extraction: Cold-pressed – no solvents
  • Purity: 100% pure Australian olive oil – no blends
  • Shelf Life: 2+ years when stored cool and dark
  • Packaging: BPA-free plastic cannisters (optional swivel taps)

Benefits
  • Gentle Cleansing & Conditioning: Creates mild, moisturising soaps with creamy lather (20-40% usage).
  • Deep Nourishment: High oleic acid penetrates for soft, hydrated skin in balms and massage oils.
  • Stability & Longevity: Resists rancidity for reliable shelf life in products.
  • Silky Texture: Non-greasy glide in creams, cuticle treatments, and herbal infusions.
  • Natural & Local: Pure Australian sourcing for freshness and ethical support.
  • Versatile Carrier: Excellent base for botanicals, essential oils, and makeup removers.

Product Safety
  • General Handling: Store in a cool, dark place; pantry stable in most climates.
  • Skin Contact: Gentle and hypoallergenic; suitable for sensitive skin.
  • Ingestion: Cosmetic-grade – not for consumption.
  • Allergies: Rare; olive-derived – patch test if concerned.
  • Eyes: Avoid contact; rinse with water.
  • Environmental: Biodegradable.
  • First Aid: Rinse skin/eyes with water; seek advice if needed.

Shipping

Collections from Springvale: Please allow 24 hours for all collection in store. If same day pickup is required, please contact us to discuss.

Shipping: We ship Australia Wide

FAQs

Questions

Is this virgin olive oil cosmetic-grade and safe for soap?
Yes – 100% pure, cold-pressed, food-grade for skin contact (not food).

How does virgin differ from extra virgin or pomace?
Virgin is second press (golden, stable); extra virgin first press (greener); pomace solvent-extracted – virgin best for affordable, reliable soaps.

What's the usage rate in cold-process soap?
20-40% of oils for mildness and conditioning; SAP ~0.135 NaOH.

Can it be used in balms or massage oils?
Yes – 70-100% for silky, nourishing absorption.

Is this pomace oil?
No – pure virgin olive oil, no solvents or blends.

How to store in Australia's climate?
Cool, dark pantry; 2+ years shelf life – stable and fresh.

Is it suitable for herbal infusions?
Yes – excellent stable base for steeping botanicals.

Why choose Australian virgin olive oil?
Local Victorian olives for higher oleic content, freshness, and consistent quality.

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