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CARYODENDRON ORINOCENSE NUT OIL.

Essential / HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

A potent Amazonian botanical extract also known as Cacay oil, distinguished by its unique concentration of natural retinol and essential lipids. This high-performance oil acts as both a corrective treatment and a protective emollient, making it a superior alternative to traditional seed oils.

Emollient Skin-conditioning Anti-aging Barrier Repair Antioxidant

Science

This oil utilizes a multi-dimensional pathway to skin health: natural retinol (triple the amount found in rosehip oil) accelerates cellular turnover and collagen synthesis; a 75% concentration of Linoleic Acid (Omega-6) reinforces the lipid barrier to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL); and concentrated alpha-tocopherol provides systemic antioxidant protection against free radical damage.


Research

High confidence
Effective range 5–100%
Optimal

100%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical trials in Germany demonstrated that 95% of users experienced up to a 45% reduction in wrinkle appearance after 28 days of 100% concentration application.
  2. 02 Hair efficacy testing at 5% concentration showed a 90% reduction in frizz and a 64% increase in gloss.
  3. 03 Organogel studies confirmed an oil-binding capacity of 99.2% at 11% concentration, indicating exceptional mechanical stability for topical delivery.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
2%
Red flag below
1%

While often used as a hero ingredient, its high cost leads some brands to include it at levels below 1% for marketing claims. To achieve the clinically cited 45% wrinkle reduction, higher concentrations or strategic placement in the formula's oil phase are required.


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Highly susceptible to oxidation due to polyunsaturated fatty acid content; must be protected from UV light and stored in cool environments. Stability is naturally enhanced by its inherent tocopherol isomers.

Synergies

  • Retinoids
  • Vitamin E
  • Squalane
  • Barrier repair lipids

Conflicts

  • Oxidizing agents
  • Strong acids
  • Strong bases
  • Extended UV exposure

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
100%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Classified as safe under general plant-derived fatty acid oil guidelines. It carries Cosmos, Ecocert, and Natrue approvals.


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Essential

An elite multifunctional oil that delivers measurable anti-aging results and barrier fortification with an excellent safety profile for all skin types.


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