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Emollient

Astrocaryum Vulgare Kernel Oil

Often labeled as: Tucuma Oil

The beta-carotene packed, sun-damage healer.

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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 seeds of the Tucuma palm. It contains exceptionally high levels of beta-carotene (pro-Vitamin A) and essential fatty acids, making it a master at healing sun damage.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Reverses photo-aging, brightens dullness, and intensely moisturizes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A lighter alternative to Tucuma Butter.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts as an active retinoid.

The Science

It contains pro-Vitamin A antioxidants, but does not bind to retinoid receptors like Retinol.