Botanica Gaia Bio Purple Mangosteen Seed Carrier Oil | Garcinia mangostana | For Skincare and Haircare

Organics Purple Mangosteen Seed Oil | Carrier Oil

Botanical Name: Garcinia mangostana.
Family Name: Clusiaceae.
Common Names: Purple Mangosteen, Queen of fruits, Mangostan, Manggis, Mancut. 
INCI: Garcinia mangostana Seed Oil.
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed.
Parts Used: Seeds.
Odor: Mild, slightly herbal or nutty.
Appearance: Golden yellow to light amber.
Country of Origin: Vietnam.
Texture: Light and silky. Rapid absorption.
Comedogenic Index: 1 (low, suitable for oily or acne-prone skin).

Mangosteen seed oil is an exotic, rapidly absorbed plant oil extracted from the seeds of the tropical fruit known as "the queen of fruits." Rich in antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and bioactive compounds, this oil offers soothing, regenerating, and protective properties for skin and hair.

Compounds:

-Linoleic acid (omega-6): 35–45%
-Oleic acid (omega-9): 30–40%
-Palmitic acid:10–12%
-Stearic acid: 3–5%
-Tocopherols (vitamin E) Trace–moderate
-Xanthones (in total extracts, not in the pure oil).

For Skin:

-Light, non-greasy moisturizer, perfect for oily or acne-prone skin
-Smoothes fine lines and improves elasticity
-Soothes redness, irritation, and inflammatory breakouts
-Helps brighten dull or fatigued skin

For Hair and Scalp:

-Nourishes without weighing hair down, ideal for fine or oily hair.
-Helps soothe sensitive or itchy scalps. -Provides natural shine and softness to hair.
-Can be used as a leave-in finishing oil.

Uses:

-Light anti-aging serums or serums for oily skin.
-Face or body creams for reactive skin.
-After-sun oils.
-Light hair treatments and nourishing sprays.
-A carrier for essential oils.
-Cosmetics for men or those in warm climates.

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.