Vegetable oil: what it is and why choose organic.

What exactly is a vegetable oil? (Explained simply and without technical jargon) 

A vegetable oil is not just "another oil." It is the pure extract obtained from seeds, fruits, or flowers through gentle methods—such as cold pressing or maceration—that respect the essence of the plant as much as possible. 

Inside they carry a natural treasure full of nutrients that nourish the skin acknowledges  and take advantage: 

The big difference compared to mineral oils is here: 
Vegetable oil nourishes from within . It doesn't just "cover up" the skin, but actually repairs and strengthens the lipid barrier, improving hydration and elasticity. 

Check out our full selection of vegetable oils

Why choose an organic vegetable oil? 

Because your skin will notice the difference. 

Organic vegetable oil is grown without chemicals, pesticides, and using sustainable methods. This isn't marketing: it's what guarantees its quality and purity. 

Choosing them means: 

✔  Total purity 
Zero pesticides, zero herbicides, zero refined products. 

✔  More nutrients 
Because they are cold-pressed, they retain vitamins and antioxidants intact. 

✔  Ideal for sensitive skin 
They do not contain synthetic perfumes or irritating ingredients. 

✔  Actual effectiveness 
They really work, they're not "filler" oils. 

✔  Respect for the planet 
They support cleaner and more conscious production. 

Discover our options here: Vegetable Oils 

Real benefits of vegetable oils on the skin 

(Yeah, Yeah… with visible results) 

_ Deep hydration 
They create a lipid shield that prevents water loss. 

_ Repair of the skin barrier 
Essential fats and vitamin E regenerate and strengthen. 

_ They soothe irritation and redness 
They are perfect for times of skin sensitivity or stress. 

_  They provide natural light 
Antioxidants protect against environmental damage. 

_ They balance the fat 
Especially jojoba oil, which is almost identical to human sebum. 

Which vegetable oil to choose according to your skin type 

Dry skin 

Sensitive skin 

Oily or combination skin 

Mature skin 

Hair benefits 

Vegetable oils are also incredible allies for healthy hair: 

Some of them, combined with Alma's solid shampoos Eko , they make a complete and 100% natural hair routine. 

Castor oil is highly recommended for hair, eyelashes and eyebrows.

How to use vegetable oil (easy and practical) 

On the skin 

In the hair 

The most commonly used vegetable oils in natural cosmetics 

Myths about vegetable oils (debunked) 

❌  “They make the skin oily” 
→ If you choose the right one, they regulate sebum. 

❌  “They cause acne” 
→ It depends on the comedogenic index, not the oil itself. Some help combat it, as mentioned above for oily skin.

❌  “They don’t moisturize as much as a cream” 
→ Many hydrate better  than a conventional cream. 

Which one to choose if you're just starting out? 

The most versatile: 
Organic coconut vegetable oil. 

It's useful for absolutely everything: 

Discover it here: Coconut vegetable oil

And yes, it's one of them. and the best sellers at Alma Eko Because it works and it's very pure.