Botanica Gaia Bio Dragonfruit Carrier Oil | Hylocereus undatus | For natural Skincare and Haircare

Bio Dragonfruit Carrier Oil

A botanical oil obtained from seeds of Hylocereus undatus for cosmetic formulation and oil-based blends.

Its aromatic profile is nutty Aroma, very mild.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Hylocereus undatus
• Common name: Pitahaya, Dragonfruit, Pitaya, Hylocereus
• Plant part: Seeds
• Extraction: Cold Pressed
• Country of origin: United States

Specifications of Dragonfruit Seed Carrier Oil

• Botanical name Hylocereus undatus
• Family Cactaceae
• Common names Dragonfruit, pitaya and pitahaya
• INCI Hylocereus Undatus Seed Oil
• Extraction method Cold pressed
• Part used Seeds
• Odor Very mild, nutty
• Appearance Pale yellow
• Comedogenic index 1

Aromatic Profile

Nutty Aroma, very mild.

Profile Details

• Character: Nutty Aroma, very mild.
• Botanical source: Hylocereus undatus.

Formulation & Usage

Linoleic acid at 15–25%, oleic at 19–24%, palmitic at 15–18%, stearic at 4–8%, alpha-linolenic below 2% and palmitoleic below 1%. 8%, illustrating that cultivar and process can materially change the profile.

• Run oxidation, odor, color and packaging-compatibility testing in the finished formula.

Applications

Skin Care

Suitable for facial oils, serums, emulsions, balms and body oils where a light carrier and low residual odor are desired.

Hair & Scalp Care

Can be evaluated in light hair oils, conditioners, masks and scalp blends for slip and softness.

Product Development

Choose the level by bench testing, sensory target, oxidation stability and the complete formulation.

Safety

• For external cosmetic use only.
• Patch test the finished product before wider use.
• The comedogenic index is not a guarantee for every skin type.