THE BENEFITS OF STUNN COLLECTIVE'S CACAY NUT OIL FOR SKIN
EXTRACTION: Cold-pressed
Cacay nut oil is extracted from the nuts of caryodendron orinocense, an evergreen tree indigenous to the north-west of South America.
This oil has been traditionally used in many Amazonian communities for treating various skin ailments including acne, eczema, dry skin, psoriasis, healing cuts amongst many others.
What is good about Cacay nut?
Unrefined cacay nut oil boasts extremely high vitamin A and retinoic acid content. It is also very high in vitamin E and linoleic acid (omega-6) which help promote ultra healthy, supple skin.
Additionally, Cacay oil is known to penetrate deeper into the dermis than other carrier oils, which support its ability to regenerate skin cells and stimulate collagen production.
What does Cacay nut do?
Cacay nut oil is considered a natural retinol due to its ultra high vitamin A and retinoic acid content.The naturally occurring retinol content helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as stimulate collagen production and promote cellular regeneration. While it is considered a natural retinol alternative it is gentle and non-irritating, and due to its high content of linoleic acid it is also highly nourishing and moisturizing.
The high vitamin E content helps stimulate the renewal of cells and strengthens elasticity, while supporting your skin barrier and balancing oil production. It also plays a role in improving your skin texture by helping to reduce bumps and roughness.
Who is Cacay nut good for?
Cacay nut oil is a non-irritating and extremely nourishing ingredient that supports the skin barrier, it is also non-comedogenic, so it won’t clog pores, which makes it a great ingredient for all skin types. Due to the high vitamin A content, we recommend pregnant women discuss with their doctor prior to use.
