Dried strawberry seeds
Dried strawberry seeds
Strawberry seeds are a rich source of fatty acids and antioxidants. Strawberry seed oil is widely used in cosmetics. It is suitable for all hair types, nourishes, gives hair elasticity and shine. It has a moisturising effect that prevents the colour from washing out of the hair, which prolongs the durability of the colour. It can be used as an addition to hair cosmetics – conditioners, masks, oiling mixtures, serums. It is a rich source of vitamin E. In addition, it contains ellagic acid, vitamins A and F. It has a toning effect on the skin. Thanks to its properties, it protects the skin from sunburn.
Fatty acid composition in strawberry seed oils (g/100g oil)
Fatty acids | Strawberry seed oil |
C 14:0 C 16:0 C 16:1 n-7 C 18:0 C 18:1 n-9 C 18:2 n-6 C γ18:3 n-6 C 18:3 C22:0 C 20:4 n-6 C 22:1 C 20:5 n-3 (EPA) C 22:6 n-3 (DHA) SFA UFA MUFA PUFA PUFA n-6 PUFA n-3 PUFA/SFA PUFA n-6/PUFA n-3 | 0 6,234 0,258 0,891 15,073 39,548 0 37,985 0 0 0 0 0,011 7,126 92,876 15,331 77,544 39,548 37,996 10,883 1,041 |
Table 2. Content of tocochromanols (tocopherol and tocotrienol) in strawberry seed oil
Tocochromanols | Strawberry seed oil |
Tocopherols (mg/100 g): | |
α-tocopherol | 2.46±0.8 |
ß-tocopherol | nd |
γ-tocopherol | 49.02±0.6 |
δ-tocopherol | 6.15±0.7 |
Tocotrienols (mg/100 g): | |
α-tocotrienol | nd |
ß-tocotrienol | nd |
γ-tocotrienol | 0.85±0.6 |
δ-tocotrienol | nd |
Total tocols (mg/100 g) | 58.48±5.7 |
Additionally, the cake obtained after pressing the oil contains 12% of total protein. This product can be used in mixtures for ornamental birds or small companion animals.