Bio Buriti Seed Carrier Oil | Arecaceae Mauritia Flexuosa

A pale-yellow Buriti oil listing with a seed-versus-pulp identity conflict that requires supplier confirmation.

Overview Specifications Aromatic profile Chemistry Applications Safety

Botanical Name: Mauritia Flexuosa.

Family Name: Arecaceae.
Common Name: Buriti, Muriti, Aguaje, Kikyura, Moriche, Ité palm, Ita, Miriti, Canangucho, Morete or acho, Canangucho.
INCI: Mauritia Flexuosa Seeds Oil.
Extraction Method: Hand Pressed.
Parts Used: Seeds.
Odor: Beautiful woody nuances, soft, balsamic, creamy and a cocoa undertone.
Appearance: Pale yellow.
Country of Origin: Brazil.

Comodogenic index: 2

Buriti oil, extracted from the deep orange-red pulp of the Mauritia flexuosa fruit, is one of the most treasured botanical oils of the Amazon rainforest. Often referred to as the “tree of life” by indigenous communities, the buriti palm plays a vital role in both the ecology of the Amazon basin and the traditions of local populations. Its oil has gained international recognition for its extraordinary nutritional composition, its abundance of carotenoids, and its unique capacity to protect and restore skin and hair exposed to the elements. In the modern cosmetic industry, buriti oil is considered a rare, exotic, and luxurious ingredient that brings both functional and sensory benefits to formulations.

Comodogenic index:

-Comedogenic level 0: it is non-comedogenic and does not cause pore clogging.
-Comedogenic level 1: there is a small (very low) possibility that the ingredient is comedogenic and may clog pores.
-Comedogenic level 2: in most cases, it will not clog pores. The possibility that it may clog pores is moderate to low.
-Comedogenic level 3: they have a medium chance of clogging pores, depending especially on the skin type.
-Comedogenic level 4: the chance of clogging pores, regardless of the skin type, is quite high.
-Comedogenic level 5: they tend, in almost all cases, to clog skin pores. In fact, very few people tolerate the oils found here.

Specifications of Buriti Oil

Botanical name Mauritia flexuosa
Family Arecaceae
Common names in source Buriti, Muriti, Aguaje, Moriche, Miriti and other regional names
Source-listed INCI Mauritia Flexuosa Seed Oil
Source-listed extraction Hand pressed
Source-listed part Seeds
Odor Soft woody, balsamic and creamy, with a cocoa undertone
Appearance Pale yellow
Country of origin Brazil
Source-listed comedogenic index 2
Required confirmation Seed oil or fruit-pulp oil; align INCI, color, composition, COA and label

Aromatic Profile

The description gives this batch a soft, woody and balsamic character with creamy texture and a gentle cocoa undertone. This sensory profile should be confirmed on receipt because natural oils vary by feedstock and processing.

Blending Direction

Supports warm woody, amber, cocoa and balsamic concepts.
Can soften dry woods and complement vanilla, benzoin or cacao-inspired fragrances.
Evaluate its natural odor before using it in lightly scented facial formulas.

Formulation & Usage

Buriti fruit pulp and seed contain different lipid and unsaponifiable profiles. The source description combines seed-oil specifications with pulp-oil narrative, so carotenoid, fatty-acid and antioxidant claims cannot be assigned confidently.

Required Verification

Confirm whether the commercial material comes from the seed, fruit pulp or another fraction.
Request a matching INCI, manufacturing description, color specification and batch COA.
Do not use pulp-oil carotenoid claims for a seed oil without direct analysis.
Run oxidation, color-transfer and packaging-compatibility tests in the finished formulation.

Applications

Skin Care

Potentially suitable for facial oils, body oils, balms and emulsions once feedstock identity and batch specifications are confirmed.

Hair Care

Can be evaluated in hair oils, masks, conditioners and protective styling products for emollience and shine.

Sensory Formulation

Its source-listed woody-cocoa nuance may suit warm botanical concepts, but bench-test odor and color at the intended use level.

Safety

For external cosmetic use only.
Resolve the seed-versus-pulp conflict before publication of composition or carotenoid claims.
Patch test the finished product; individual skin response varies.
The source-listed comedogenic index is not a universal predictor of pore response.
Store tightly closed away from heat and light and monitor oxidation.
Confirm regulatory, stability and packaging suitability for the final formula.

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