# Wheat germ oil

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/wheat-germ-oil

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Herbal moisturizers containing wheat germ oil, [Aloe vera extract](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aloe-vera), and [turmeric extract](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/turmeric) deliver a remarkable boost in skin hydration of up to 168.125 percent for a visibly dewy and supple complexion. This nourishing oil suits most skin types and is commonly available in concentrated [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum). Because it layers easily, it integrates smoothly into your daily skincare routine.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

This page shows wheat germ oil products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular wheat germ oil products

- [Kose Sekkisei Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/kose/sekkisei-emulsion/for/dark-spots) — Average fit
- [Veetgold Turmeric Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/veetgold/turmeric-oil/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### What does wheat germ oil do for the skin?

Wheat germ oil helps improve skin hydration significantly when combined with herbal ingredients like [aloe vera](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aloe-vera) and [turmeric extract](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/turmeric). It is often included in herbal moisturizers to support skin moisture levels.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

### How do you use wheat germ oil?

Wheat germ oil is used in herbal moisturizers to help significantly boost skin hydration. You can apply it as part of your daily moisturizing routine to help improve moisture levels.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

### Should you use wheat germ oil in the morning or at night?

You can use wheat germ oil at any time of day as an herbal moisturizer, as it helps significantly increase skin hydration.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

### Can you use wheat germ oil every day?

Yes, you can use wheat germ oil every day as part of a moisturizing routine, as herbal moisturizers containing it help significantly increase skin hydration.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

### Does wheat germ oil cause purging or irritation?

Wheat germ oil is unlikely to cause purging. It is well-tolerated when used for skin hydration, though individual sensitivities may vary.

### Which skin types is wheat germ oil best for?

Wheat germ oil is best for dry skin because it helps increase skin hydration significantly. It works well when combined with Aloe vera and turmeric extracts in products like Kose Sekkisei Emulsion and Veetgold Turmeric Oil.

[Pharmacognosy Research, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/)

## Research on wheat germ oil

- [Comparative measurement of hydration effects of herbal moisturizers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/) Wheat germ oil · Pharmacognosy Research, 2010

## Brands with wheat germ oil

- Skincare: [Veetgold](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/veetgold)
- Japanese skincare: [Kose](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/kose)

## About the Lovi Fit

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Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this ingredient guide: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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## This page in other countries

- United States: https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/wheat-germ-oil
- United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/wheat-germ-oil (this page)
- Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/wheat-germ-oil
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