Botanica Gaia Bio Soursop Seed Carrier Oil | Annona Muricata | For Skincare and Haircare

Soursop Seed Carrier Oil

Cold-pressed from Annona muricata seeds from Brazil, this rare carrier oil has pale yellow with a soft, sweet-balsamic aroma and a light-to-medium cosmetic feel.

An oleic- and linoleic-rich fatty-acid profile.

At a Glance

• Material: Cold-pressed seed carrier oil
• Skin feel: Light to medium and nourishing
• Aroma: Soft, sweet and balsamic
• Primary uses: Skincare and haircare

Specifications

• Botanical name: Annona muricata
• Family: Annonaceae
• Common names: Soursop, Guanábana, Graviola, Corossol
• INCI: Annona Muricata Seed Oil
• Plant part: Seeds
• Extraction: Cold pressed
• Seed origin: Brazil
• Appearance: Pale yellow
• Odour: Soft, sweet and balsamic

Aromatic Profile

A low-impact carrier-oil aroma with gentle sweetness, soft balsamic character and a mild tropical seed-oil nuance.

Blending Direction

• Useful beneath floral, balsamic and softly gourmand aromatic materials.
• Suitable as a carrier where a completely neutral base is not required.

Formulation & Usage

oleic acid at 38–55%, linoleic acid at 15–35%, palmitic acid at 15–22%, stearic acid at 2–6%, with alpha-linolenic and palmitoleic acids below 2%.

Formulation Guidance

• Set shelf life from real stability data and use protective packaging.

Applications

Skincare

• Facial and body oils
• Balms, serums and the oil phase of emulsions
• Botanical carrier-oil blends

Haircare

• Scalp oils
• Hair serums and conditioning blends

Safety

• For external cosmetic use only; do not ingest.
• Patch test the finished product.
• Do not use oxidised or rancid-smelling oil.
• Use qualified guidance for pregnancy, breastfeeding, children and sensitive users.