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Emollient

Caryocar Brasiliense Fruit Oil

Often labeled as: Pequi Oil

The antioxidant-dense, golden Brazilian oil.

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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

Extracted from the pulp of the Pequi fruit. It is loaded with Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and essential fatty acids, possessing profound anti-inflammatory and restorative properties.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Nourishes dry skin, protects against free radicals, and repairs eczema.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Has a distinct, sweet, fruity scent natively.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It causes breakouts because of its richness.

The Science

It is moderately comedogenic; dry skin loves it, but oily skin should patch test.