Bio Kiwi Seed Oil + White Copal | For Skincare and Haircare

Specifications of Kiwi Seed Oil + White Copal Resin

• Botanical Name: Actinidia chinensis + Boswellia Bipinnata.
• Family Name: Burseraceae + Actinidiaceae.
• Common Name: Sweet almond, White Copal.
• INCI: Actinidia Chinensis {Kiwi} Seed Oil, Boswellia Bipinnata Resin Extract.
• Part Used: Seeds and Resin.
• Extraction Method: Ultrasonically Infused.
• Scent: Kiwi seed oil usually has a mild botanical aroma. Most of the distinctive aromatic profile comes from the white copal., warm resinous, balsamic, lightly incense-like, creamy, smooth, sacred, subtly sweet, and softly woody.
• Appearance: Liquid.
• Country of Origin: United States.
• Recommended Usage Levels: 1% – 100%, depending on formulation type and concentration.

Important Aroma Note

Bio Kiwi Seed Oil + White Copal is a naturally aromatic botanical material rather than a synthetic fragrance oil.

Its aroma may be:

• Softer than a conventional perfume oil
• More complex
• Less uniform between botanical batches
• Affected by heat
• Affected by oxidation
• Modified by other ingredients
• Changed during soapmaking or alkaline processing

Always evaluate the aroma in the completed formulation.

Suggested Usage Level

1–100% depending on the formulation.

For facial oils: 1–20%
For body oils: 5–100%
For hair oils: 2–50%
For scalp oils: 2–30%
For balms and solid perfumes: 5–40%
For massage and ritual oils: 10–100%

Best For

• Dry-feeling skin
• Rough-feeling skin
• Mature-looking skin
• Dull-looking skin
• Delicate skincare formulations
• Dry hair
• Curly or textured hair
• Coarse hair
• Frizz-prone hair
• Dry ends
• Dry beards
• Luxury facial oils
• Botanical skincare collections
• Natural perfumery
• Resin-inspired grooming products

Suitability for highly sensitive or acne-prone skin should be evaluated in the finished product.

Anhydrous Products

The blend can be incorporated directly into:

• Facial oils
• Body oils
• Beard oils
• Hair oils
• Balms
• Butters
• Lipid serums
• Solid perfumes
• Cleansing oils

Mix thoroughly until uniform.

Emulsions

For creams, lotions and conditioners:

• Add to the oil phase before emulsification, or
• Add during cool-down when the formula permits.
• Confirm that the emulsifier supports the total oil-phase percentage.
• Monitor viscosity, separation and long-term stability.

Traditional and Spiritual Uses

Copal resins have historically been used in aromatic, ceremonial and cultural traditions in several regions.

Traditional associations may include:

• Purification
• Meditation
• Prayer
• Ceremonial incense
• Grounding
• Spiritual protection
• Sacred spaces
• Aromatic rituals

This information is provided for historical and cultural reference only and is not intended as a medical or therapeutic claim.

Safety

Always patch test before topical use.

• For external use only.
• Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
• Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
• Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.

Allergen Information

The allergen status depends on:

• Kiwi species
• Processing method
• Refining status
• White copal botanical source
• Copal extraction method
• Added aromatic ingredients
• Naturally occurring fragrance allergens

Kiwi is a known food allergen for some individuals. A kiwi seed-derived cosmetic ingredient should not automatically be described as allergen-free without supporting documentation.

Obtain a batch-specific allergen declaration before making allergy-related claims.