What's the best way to keep this oil from souring or turning bad? I've read other reviews about it going rancid quickly.
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Mine was rancid upon delivery. In my option, it's a gamble as to how old the oil will be that you get. Assuming you get a fresh bottle, keep it in the fridge always. Go to the fridge to apply, then put it back in.
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Please note the oil is 100% pure, undiluted ,virgin ( unrefined) and fresh. Therefore, it does have a natural scent of the oil. You may keep the item in the refrigerator or any other room in the house you desire. I usually keep mine in the bathroom.
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Hi Marcy, we are happy to help! Air, heat, and light are the three elements necessary to cause a product to go rancid, according to Barlean's Customer Support. Barlean's does not ship their products refrigerated. They state that their products are stable up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and their take on shipping is that a few days in a UPS truck is not going to have an effect on their organic oils. It is not necessary to refrigerate their oils until the bottle is opened, exposing the oil to air and light. We hope this helps! -Jessi V.
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My jar didn't say, but I keep it in the fridge anyway to preserve it longer. All natural oils/fats would go rancid unless they have preservative (which you don't want).
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Kathleen, cloudy is not a problem. This oil is very fresh and is storage in tanks with some sediment which gives more flavour to the oil. Dont be concern it is healthy, try it.
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After cooled, strain oil into a plastic or glass jug & refrigerate. Can be used many times until looks or smells off.I use Weiman Gas Range Degreaser on the outside & it cleans it like brand new with very little effort.
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Collette, wash it out and dry it well................fill it almost to the top and bake it in the oven at 325 for a hour or so. let it cool and throw the oil away. Wipe it dry and it should be good to go.
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All fish oil will go rancid if kept too long. We process the fish oil very quickly after they're caught, which extends the time before it will go rancid. Be assured that if you use it before the expiration date, it will be fine. Thanks, Kurt - Young Life Research
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Try prolong it doesn't burn as fast as conventional oil. Mix it with the motor oil every oil change. It can be purchased at auto zones or online at www.gwlinc.com/estore/category/34_1/Automotive.aspx
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I keep mine in the fridge because it takes a while to get through a bottle and I'd rather not risk it going rancid, but the great thing about this oil is that it stays fluid when cold. It's really great for making salad dressing for that very reason...flows right out of the container without having to wait for it to warm to room temperature.
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Mine seems to be fine but if needed, I would sand it a bit and put some oil on it. I don't think I'd opt for WD-40 since it's used for my food... just a bit of vegetable oil would probably do the trick. It will get smoother with use too.
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I found mine misted properly for shorter & shorter durations over time. I also had something growing in the oil after a while. I hope you have better luck.
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I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would for any jar of cream, and you should be fine. Sure hope this helps. I am not an expert, just trying to help. I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would... » Read More I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would for any jar of cream, and you should be fine. Sure hope this helps. I am not an expert, just trying to help. « Show Less
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It does have a weird smell to it. It's like any oil, if left out for a long time, it becomes rancid. Check the date it was bottled and if it's within a month, then it's still good. But I would probably keep in fridge if you don't use it quickly.
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I'm guessing that it has a "funny" taste when you fired it up the first time? If so, it's because you didn't let it sit for 24 hours after you took it out of the box. During transit, if it's turned upside down or on it's side, the gear oils run everywhere. Letting it sit for twenty-four hours before starting keeps it from tasting awful. Otherwise, I use vinegar to clean mine out once a month. And I only use filtered water to make ice.
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Hi, I would refrigerate this oil if you intend to keep it for over a year, I keep my oils in an extra frig in the garage. If you have a cool basement area to store your oils, that works longer term as well. All oils are subject to become rancid if not used soon enough. The cooler, the better. Its not hard to warm it up, same as honey, just put the bottle into a pan of very warm water. I would also advise that it be put into a glass container, I use mason jars and just mark the lid with a sharpie marker and date it. That way you can just spoon out the quantity of cold oil that you need to use. Neem is a favorite for blending different oils together for healthy skin. I use lilac or lavender oils to dim the neem smell a bit. Hope this helps.
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I just use Husqvarna Bar oil and that seemed to work fine. I would recommend draining the extra oil before storing it.
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I'm a 61 year old female with NO oil left in my skin, so I can't really address your concern. My skin drinks up everything without any problem, but it's a great oil and very beneficial. My suggestion if you purchase it is to put it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh. Mine became rancid and I had to unfortunately pitch it before it was empty. My mistake.