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Organic Maracuja CO2 Oil | Passiflora edulis | 

Botanical Name: Passiflora Edulis.
Family Name: Passifloraceae.
Common Name: Purple passion fruit, Purple granadilla, Yellow granadilla, Water lemon, Maracuja, Mara kuya.
INCI: Passiflora Edulis Seeds Oil.
Extraction Method: CO2.
Parts Used: Seeds.
Odor: Fruity, Reminiscent of Maracuja.
Appearance: Pale yellow.
Country of Origin: Brazil.
Comedogenic Index: 1-2.
Skin Type: Oily, irritated and acne-prone.
Composition: High in linoleic acid.

It is native to subtropical regions of South America from southern Brazil through Paraguay to northern Argentina.

Maracuja seeds are small and dark in color. They contain a significant amount of essential oils and nutrients that are beneficial for the skin. The oil from the seeds is obtained by cold pressing or CO2 extraction, it is a light oil, quickly absorbed and with a soft and pleasant aroma.

-Hydrating and nourishing: rich in essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid (omega-6), which helps restore the skin barrier.
-Antioxidant: Contains vitamin A and E, which protect the skin against free radicals and premature aging.
-Sebaceous regulator: Balances the production of sebum in the skin, being ideal for combination or oily skin.
-Soothing and anti-inflammatory: Reduces irritation, redness and inflammation of the skin, useful in the treatment of acne and dermatitis.
-Hair strengthener: Nourishes dry and brittle hair, providing shine and softness.

The comodogenic index is a scale from 0 to 5, with 3 being the limit
for an oil to be non-comedogenic, meaning it does not clog pores. Oils that are on the comodogenic level scale of 4 and 5 refer to oils that clog pores, and although they are not recommended for face care products, they are highly recommended for use in formulations for the care of dry, calloused and cracked hands, very dry and cracked feet and heels, very dry lips and eye contours with a tendency to dryness.

Comodogenic index:
-Comedogenic level 0: it is non-comedogenic and does not cause pore obstruction.
-Comedogenic level 1: there is a small possibility (very low) that the ingredient is comedogenic and can clog pores.
-Comedogenic Level 2: In most cases, they will not clog pores. The chance that they can clog pores is moderate to low.
-Comedogenic Level 3: They have a medium chance of clogging pores, depending especially on skin type.
-Comedogenic Level 4: The chance that they will clog pores, regardless of 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.

General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.