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Brazil Andiroba (Carapa Guianensis) Oil

Andiroba is a large and towering tree found in the tropical rain forests of countries in the tropical regions of the world such as Brazil, the forests of Colombia, and Guyana. The tree also produces a brown nut. This nut resembles a chestnut and has a very oil rich kernel in the middle. Herbal medicine makes use of the oil produced from the nut; herbalists also use the tree bark, the leaves, and the seed oils for various remedies to treat different disorders.

Properties:

• Highly Moisturizing
• Natural Emollient
• Light, Penetrative Consistency
• Quick Absorption
• Rich in (Essential) Fatty Acids
  • Oleic Acid: 50.5%
  • Palmitic Acid: 28%
  • Linoleic Acid (essential fatty acids): 9%
  • Stearic Acid: 8.1%
  • Arachidic Acid: 1.2%
  • Palmitoleic Acid: 1%
  • Linolenic Acid (essential fatty acids): 0.3%
• High in Limonoids and Triterpenes and Offer Anti-inflammatory and Anti-rheumatic Action
• Possesses Strong Insect Repellent Properties

The anti-inflammatory property of the oil of the andiroba is because of the fact that the oil contains chemical compounds known as limonoids as a major constituent. This chemical compound present in the herbal oil actively promotes the normal circulation of blood in the skin and aids in bringing relief from the pain and swelling during an injury. The oil of the andiroba contains high quantities of the beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. When the oil is applied onto the skin, all of these essential fatty acids become quickly and completely absorbed, passing into the skin. The restoration of a normal life cycle to skin cells is also another important function performed by one of the many fatty acids in andiroba herbal oil – the linolenic acid maintains normal life cycle in growth and death of skin cells. The chemical also aids in putting a stop to the uncontrolled growth of all pigment producing cells which contribute to the cause of age spots in older people. Topical applications of herbal andiroba oil are often daubed directly on to the affected skin. This herbal oil has also seen use as a natural oily base for many anti-wrinkle creams such as Aveda and Oil of Olay-which are very common cosmetic products. The main benefits of the oil for skin is that the beneficial fats present in the oil aid in the transportation of healing alpha hydroxy acids and other essential ingredients-all of which are important in moisturizing and protecting the skin.