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There is a difference in OILS

Katcat1 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:11:22 GMT

I always thought cold pressed oils are just cold pressed oils. I had a Marula oil I purchased from one source and then purchased from another source to compare. What a difference. The second oil I purchased was less greasy and absorbed quickly where the first oil was quite greasy and did not absorb that quickly. I guess it's Live and Learn. Also, the price was about the same but actually the 2nd oil cost less on sale by $2 and change. Also, the 2nd oil had no scent to it.

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ChynnaBlue — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:13:02 GMT

This post would be more informative with product names or sources.

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kmbcincy — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:15:18 GMT

ITA KatCat...all oils are not equal. I am glad to see you back...you had a lot of folks worried!

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suzyQ3 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:19:42 GMT

I really like the Marula oil from Shea Terra Organics. I don't find it greasy, and I don't notice any particular scent. I think it's well-priced, especially since there are always 30 percent off promo codes available.

You have also to keep in mind that when you're dealing with pure oils, even one from the same company can vary ever so slightly from batch to batch.

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queenfrannie — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:24:37 GMT

Great to see you back, Kat! Hope you continue to feel better. I just received the Acure firming serum from Phamaca and can't wait to try it tonight. Has some very good reviews. Have you used it? You can tell I haven't slowed down. Love the organic products and thank you again for the recomendations! Nice to know my wrinkles are sodtening without a bunch a chemicals.

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queenfrannie — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:25:53 GMT

Sorry for the typos!

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ChynnaBlue — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:26:23 GMT

I'll check out the Shea Terra Marula oil. I tried some Marula oil at the Sephora and was really pleased with how light it felt and how quickly it absorbed, but I didn't like the smell. (I don't recall the brand, but I think it's the only Marula oil they carry.) I know different brands also have different scent levels, so I'm looking to try more that may not have that same smell.

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suzyQ3 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:31:51 GMT

On 1/6/2014 ChynnaBlue said:
I'll check out the Shea Terra Marula oil. I tried some Marula oil at the Sephora and was really pleased with how light it felt and how quickly it absorbed, but I didn't like the smell. (I don't recall the brand, but I think it's the only Marula oil they carry.) I know different brands also have different scent levels, so I'm looking to try more that may not have that same smell.

ChynnaBlue, I should have said that I don't think Marula oil is the lightest of the bunch that I have. But that's okay with me.

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Katcat1 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 21:32:52 GMT

The first marula oil I purchased was from GOW and although I like other products by them, this is not one of them. The 2nd oil I purchased was Acure Organics Marula oil from luckyvitamin.com. The difference between the 2 same oils was significant enough to discuss. I always thought cold pressed would be the same but it was not in this case. I love the night, day cream and line eraser by Acure Organics and now fond of the manurla oil.

Thanks, ladies, for your well wishes. Getting stronger everyday but still on oxygen. It's -40 below with the wind factor so I am inside.

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ChynnaBlue — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:05:16 GMT

On 1/6/2014 KatCat1 said:
The first marula oil I purchased was from GOW and although I like other products by them, this is not one of them. The 2nd oil I purchased was Acure Organics Marula oil from luckyvitamin.com. The difference between the 2 same oils was significant enough to discuss. I always thought cold pressed would be the same but it was not in this case. I love the night, day cream and line eraser by Acure Organics and now fond of the manurla oil.

Thanks, ladies, for your well wishes. Getting stronger everyday but still on oxygen. It's -40 below with the wind factor so I am inside.

Thanks so much for clarifying. I was planning on ordering marula oil from Garden of Wisdom, but I think now I'll go with the Shea Terra. I've never heard of Acure, but I'll look into them, too.

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Tricolor — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:28:04 GMT

Kathy, so glad to see you posting again. Hope that you are staying warm and getting stronger everyday. We all missed your informative posts. Jan

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Harpa — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:34:15 GMT

On 1/6/2014 KatCat1 said:
I always thought cold pressed oils are just cold pressed oils. I had a Marula oil I purchased from one source and then purchased from another source to compare. What a difference. The second oil I purchased was less greasy and absorbed quickly where the first oil was quite greasy and did not absorb that quickly. I guess it's Live and Learn. Also, the price was about the same but actually the 2nd oil cost less on sale by $2 and change. Also, the 2nd oil had no scent to it.

Hi, KatCat! I'm very happy you are home from the hospital!

I can't help but to comment on your comparison, and just want to say that the "less greasy" is more refined.

I haven't used any of the Acure products; I'm sure they are good! But I just wanted to point out the difference in oil textures. I can liken it to Josie's argan oil and light argan oil.

The more density, the less refined.

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Katmary — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:50:22 GMT

Glad you're back, Kat! I hope you're feeling better soon and don't need oxygen for too long. We'll be praying for you! It wasn't the same here without you. (tend to lurk unless I know the answer to something)

Glad Shea Terra passes on oils what I tried some time ago I really liked and appreciate their products. I've been wanting to buy something for a while now from them and haven't since she added many more products, which makes it even harder to decide, too many good ones to want! I'll likely go for an oil as my skin's been dry lately, most likely because of hormones being nutty right now.

I feel for you all with the low temps and storms, please be careful!

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suzyQ3 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:50:52 GMT

On 1/6/2014 Harpa said:
On 1/6/2014 KatCat1 said:
I always thought cold pressed oils are just cold pressed oils. I had a Marula oil I purchased from one source and then purchased from another source to compare. What a difference. The second oil I purchased was less greasy and absorbed quickly where the first oil was quite greasy and did not absorb that quickly. I guess it's Live and Learn. Also, the price was about the same but actually the 2nd oil cost less on sale by $2 and change. Also, the 2nd oil had no scent to it.

Hi, KatCat! I'm very happy you are home from the hospital!

I can't help but to comment on your comparison, and just want to say that the "less greasy" is more refined.

I haven't used any of the Acure products; I'm sure they are good! But I just wanted to point out the difference in oil textures. I can liken it to Josie's argan oil and light argan oil.

The more density, the less refined.

Hi, Harpa. I'm happy with mine from STO, but I did check out the Acure marula oil, and apparently, it is unrefined.

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suzyQ3 — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 22:52:55 GMT

On 1/6/2014 Katmary said:
Glad you're back, Kat! I hope you're feeling better soon and don't need oxygen for too long. We'll be praying for you! It wasn't the same here without you. (tend to lurk unless I know the answer to something)

Glad Shea Terra passes on oils what I tried some time ago I really liked and appreciate their products. I've been wanting to buy something for a while now from them and haven't since she added many more products, which makes it even harder to decide, too many good ones to want! I'll likely go for an oil as my skin's been dry lately, most likely because of hormones being nutty right now.

I feel for you all with the low temps and storms, please be careful!

Katmary, if you're talking about possibly purchasing from Shea Terra, don't forget that there is almost always a 30 percent off promo code for the site. I always find it on retailmenot.com. HTH.

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c_la_vee — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 00:06:36 GMT

I find maracuja oil to be less oily than argan but I've only tried Tarte's.

I really like it but have a lot of JM argan oil to finish before I buy another oil.

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caninefitchi — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 03:09:24 GMT

I'm paying rapt attention to you guys. Thanks for adding all the different sites you use. I get my oils mainly from an essential oils distributer and they are pricey. Quality is important, but it's great to not break the bank in the process.

I have jojoba, sweet almond, grapeseed, argan, hazelnut, rosehip seed and meadowfoam. No I'm not stupid, some of those I have in small quantities and are stored in the fridge! I have not tried marula and it sounds like a favorite among many of you. Lots to learn.