Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
What Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil is & what it does
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil, also known as andiroba oil, is a plant oil pressed from the seeds of an Amazonian tree. It is rich in fatty acids and is commonly used as an emollient to soften and condition skin. Traditionally it has been valued for a soothing, comforting feel, and in modern formulas it serves as a nourishing oil phase ingredient. No specific concerns are flagged for this ingredient.
What is Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil?
It is a plant oil pressed from the seeds of an Amazonian tree, also known as andiroba oil. It is rich in fatty acids.
What does Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil do in skincare?
It works as an emollient that softens and conditions skin, contributing a nourishing, comforting feel. It is used as part of the oil phase in creams, balms, and oils.
Is Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil safe?
It is generally considered well tolerated, and no specific concerns are flagged for it in our catalog. People with very acne-prone skin may prefer to watch how rich plant oils suit them.
Sunscreens with Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Yves Rocher Hand Cream Anti-Dark Spot SPF 30
82/100
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JAYJUN Source-Cure Aqua Shield Suncream
76/100
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Estée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Makeup Spf 45
71/100
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MeloMELI Aqua Barrier Sun Cream
64/100