Characteristics
- INCI
- Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
- Ru.
- Sacha Inchi Seed Oil
- Functions
- emollient, humectant, skin protecting
Who it's for
Skin Type
▲ Dry
▲ Normal
▲ Sensitive
▲ Acne-Prone
Face Concern
▲ Hydration
▲ Barrier Repair
▲ Antioxidant
Body Concern
▲ Dryness
Hair Concern
▲ Frizz
▲ Damage
▲ Split Ends
▲ Hydration
Application Area
▲ Face
▲ Body
▲ Hair
▲ Scalp
plukenetia volubilis seed oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of plukenetia volubilis, euphorbiaceae
Description
An emollient plant oil coming from the Sacha Inchi plant from the Colombian Amazon.
Similar to other plant oils, it's loaded with nourishing and moisturizing fatty acids: it's especially rich in α-Linolenic acid (42-49%) and linoleic acid (32-38%) and contains less oleic acid (9-14%). It also contains a decent amount of antioxidant vitamin E (200 mg/kg).
Products with Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil (794 total)
Hair
Face Care
Body Care
Decorative Cosmetics
Hands & Nails
Most often found in Bielenda products (31 items)