Meadowfoam Oil

INCI: Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Origin

Meadowfoam Oil is obtained from the seeds of Limnanthes alba, a small annual plant named for the soft white appearance of its flowers when in bloom. The oil used by AREUM is cold pressed from the seeds and refined to create a clear, pale oil with a smooth and consistent finish.

Meadowfoam Oil has an unusual composition dominated by long-chain fatty acids, particularly eicosenoic acid. This distinctive fatty acid profile gives it exceptionally high resistance to oxidation compared with many traditional botanical oils.

How AREUM Uses It

We use Meadowfoam Oil in Grace Facial Oil, where it works alongside olive-derived squalane, jojoba, rosehip, camellia and sea buckthorn oils.

It brings a soft, velvety cushion to the formula, helping Grace glide smoothly across the skin while balancing its richer botanical oils. Its natural stability also supports the integrity of the blend, helping preserve the quality of the formula over time.

Why AREUM Chose Meadowfoam Oil

We chose Meadowfoam Oil for the rare balance it offers between skin comfort, sensory elegance and formulation stability.

Botanical oils rich in delicate fatty acids can be more vulnerable to oxidation. Meadowfoam Oil is naturally highly stable and has been shown to improve the oxidative stability of oils with which it is blended, making it a considered companion to ingredients such as rosehip and sea buckthorn.

Its smooth, softly enveloping texture also gives Grace greater body without making the formula feel excessively heavy. It helps create the silky, substantial yet refined finish we wanted from a facial oil designed to nourish the skin and remain pleasurable to use every day.

Benefits for Skin

Meadowfoam Oil acts as an emollient, helping soften, smooth and condition the skin. It creates a light protective layer over the skin’s surface, helping limit moisture loss and support a more supple, comfortable feel.

Its long-chain fatty acids provide lasting nourishment without an overly greasy finish, making it especially valuable for skin that feels dry, less flexible or in need of greater comfort. Within Grace, Meadowfoam Oil contributes softness, moisture retention and a velvety finish while supporting the stability of the complete botanical blend.