Storage of Jojoba Oil and Argan Oil in Refrigerator
Question
What is the best way to store natural oils like Jojoba Oil and Argan Oil for maximum longevity? Will they solidify in the refrigerator, and does this affect their quality? How should they be used after refrigeration, especially when incorporating them into formulations like creams?
Answer
Storing Jojoba Oil and Argan Oil
Storing natural oils like Jojoba Oil and Argan Oil in the refrigerator is an excellent way to extend their shelf life and maintain their quality over the longest possible time.
It is completely normal for natural oils, including Argan Oil, to become thicker or even solidify when stored in a cold environment like a refrigerator. This change in consistency is due to the fatty acid composition of the oil and does not indicate that the oil has gone bad or that its effectiveness has decreased.
Before using the oil, especially if applying it directly to the skin or mixing it into a formulation, allow it to return to room temperature. The oil will return to its liquid state without any loss of beneficial properties.
If you are incorporating these oils into a finished cosmetic product like a cream or lotion, once the oil is properly emulsified within the formulation, it will not solidify in the same way it does when stored purely on its own in the cold.
For products like Jojoba Oil (Golden - Deodorized), Jojoba Oil (Clear - Deodorized), Jojoba Oil (Yellow - Deodorized), and Argan Oil (Organic - Virgin - Deodorized), refrigeration is the recommended storage method for maximum longevity.
Related Products Mentioned
Jojoba Oil (Golden - Deodorized)
Argan Oil (Virgin - Deodorized)
Jojoba Oil (Clear - Deodorized)