Description
Andiroba Virgin Carrier Oil is extracted from the seeds of the Andiroba tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It boasts a deep, earthy aroma and a rich, golden hue. This oil is renowned for its impressive skincare properties, containing a high concentration of essential fatty acids, mainly oleic and linoleic acids, which deeply nourish and moisturise the skin. It is also packed with anti-inflammatory compounds, such as limonoids and tocopherols, making it an ideal choice for soothing and revitalising tired and irritated skin.
Suggested Uses:
- Skin Nourishment: Apply Andiroba Virgin Carrier Oil to the skin to provide deep hydration, soothe irritation, and maintain skin health. It's especially beneficial for dry, flaky, or sensitive skin.
- Hair Care: Incorporate it into your hair care routine to condition and strengthen your hair, promoting softness, shine, and manageability.
- Massage Oil: Blend with essential oils for a deeply calming and fragrant massage experience, helping to relax and rejuvenate both body and mind.
Shelf life: Users can expect a shelf life of 24 months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended
Details
| Botanical Name | Carapa Guaianensis |
| Plant Part | Seeds |
| Method of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Processing Type | Virgin |
| Country of Origin | Amazonian Rainforest |
| Common uses | This highly emollient oil is effective at moisturising dry, cracked skin and is used in products intended to heal eczema and psoriasis and in formulations for muscular aches and pains and products designed to reduce swelling. The oil has also been traditionally used for dermatitis, heat rash, skin fungi and other skin problems. Andiroba oil accelerates healing of skin damage by providing myristic acid, one of the chemical building blocks of an enzyme that links together the proteins that form the skins protective outer layer. |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Consistency | Viscous liquid |
| Aromatic Scent | Characteristic of most Carrier Oils |
| Absorption | Absorbs quickly into the skin. |
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