Cacay Oil

Cacay Oil (INCI Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil) is a cold-pressed seed oil with linoleic acid at 55–65% and oleic at 25–35%. Naturally high in tocopherols and retinol, which is the basis of its positioning against rosehip in premium mature-skin-positioned serums, scar-appearance and blemish-prone skin formulations.

• Also known as: Cacay Oil, Colombian Walnut Oil, Caryodendron Oil
• Botanical name: Caryodendron orinocense
• Plant part used: Nut
• INCI name: Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow; Mild, slightly nutty
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade
• Origin: Processed in India
• Shelf-life: 12–18 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (55–65%) — Highest linoleic content of major carrier oils — strong lipid-barrier conditioning
• Oleic acid (C18:1) (25–35%) — Emollient, moisture retention
• Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) (3–8%) — Soothing, skin-conditioning
• Vitamin E (Tocopherols) (High (3× rosehip)) — Exceptional antioxidant profile — natural oxidation resistance

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Cacay Oil?
Most buyers use it at 2–10% in emulsions; 10–30% in facial oil serums; 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base. As with any new carrier oil, pilot-test in your specific base before committing to a full production run.

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