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Emollient

Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Kukui Nut Oil

The Hawaiian secret for sunburn and eczema.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from the Kukui nut. It is highly penetrative and contains a balanced ratio of Omega-3 and Omega-6, providing intense, non-greasy barrier repair.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Soothes sunburns, heals eczema, and softens dry, rough skin rapidly.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Absorbs so quickly it is often formulated into light body oils.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is highly comedogenic.

The Science

It absorbs very fast and is generally well tolerated, though those with active acne should still patch test.