Botanica Gaia Bio Cocoa Bean CO2 Carrier Oil | Theobroma cacao | For natural Skincare and Haircare

Cocoa Bean CO₂ Carrier Oil

A pale-yellow CO₂ oil from Theobroma cacao beans, with soft woody and balsamic nuances, a creamy feel and a subtle cocoa undertone. The beans are from Costa Rica and the extraction from Spain.

Its comedogenic index of 3–4 makes careful facial-formulation testing especially important.

At a Glance

• Material Cocoa bean CO₂ carrier oil
• Aroma Soft woody, balsamic, creamy and subtly cocoa-like
• Comedogenic index 3–4

Specifications of Cocoa Bean CO₂ Carrier Oil

• Botanical name Theobroma cacao
• Family Malvaceae
• Common names Cocoa, cacaotier, Kakao and Chocolate Nut Tree
• INCI Theobroma Cacao Bean Oil
• Extraction method CO₂ extraction
• Part used Beans
• Odor Soft woody and balsamic, creamy, with a cocoa undertone
• Appearance Pale yellow
• Bean origin Costa Rica
• Extraction location Spain
• Comedogenic rating 3–4

Aromatic Profile

A restrained cocoa profile built around creamy texture, soft woods and balsamic warmth rather than dark chocolate intensity.

Blending Direction

• Complements vanilla, benzoin, tonka-style, amber and woody concepts.
• Can add a subtle cocoa nuance to body oils, balms and hair treatments.
• Evaluate the natural odor at the intended dose so it does not compete with a delicate fragrance.

Formulation & Usage

Formulation Guidance

• Bench-test melting behavior, viscosity, color, odor and oxidation stability.
• Use antioxidant and light-protective packaging strategies when the stability study supports them.

Applications

Skin Care

Suitable for body oils, balms, creams and richer facial products where a creamy emollient feel and subtle cocoa character are appropriate.

Hair Care

Can be evaluated in masks, conditioners, hair oils and protective treatments for softness and sensorial richness.

Botanical Fragrance Concepts

Useful as a quiet woody-balsamic cocoa accent in oil-based products, subject to batch odor and stability testing.

Safety

• For external cosmetic use only.
• Patch test the finished product before wider use.
• The comedogenic index of 3–4 warrants caution in facial and acne-prone-skin products.