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Caiaue/Ojon Seed Oil | Elaeis oleifera | Cold-Pressed - Unrefined
Caiaue/Ojon Seed Oil | Elaeis oleifera | Cold-Pressed - Unrefined
A rich, restorative botanical oil for deeply nourishing hair, scalp, and dry skin
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Organic Cold Pressed Ojon Seed Oil is a luxurious botanical oil valued for its rich texture, conditioning feel, and naturally restorative character. Pressed from the seeds of Elaeis oleifera, this distinctive oil is especially appreciated in premium hair and skin care for its ability to bring softness, suppleness, and a deeply nourished feel to dry, stressed, or depleted-looking hair and skin.
Its texture is smooth, dense, and comforting, making it particularly well suited for hair masks, scalp oils, repair serums, conditioning balms, and rich body treatments. In hair care, it helps create formulas that feel more replenishing and protective, especially for dry, coarse, curly, or overprocessed hair types. In skin care, it adds richness and a velvety touch to facial oils, balms, and restorative moisturizers designed for dryness and comfort.
Because it is cold pressed, the oil retains a more natural character and a more authentic botanical identity, which makes it appealing for formulators seeking minimally processed ingredients with a premium story. Its exotic origin, rich sensory profile, and strong beauty positioning make it an excellent choice for luxury botanical collections, spa-style treatments, and high-end personal care formulations.
Organic Cold Pressed Ojon Seed Oil can be used on its own or blended with other treasured botanicals to create deeply conditioning rituals for hair and skin. It is a beautiful ingredient for brands that want to combine performance, heritage, and elegance in one distinctive oil.
Specifications of Ojon Nut Carrier Oil
- Botanical Name: Elaeis Oleifera.
- Family Name: Arecaceae.
- Common Name: Caiaue, Ojon.
- INCI: Elaeis Oleifera {Ojon} nut oil.
- Part Used: Nuts.
- Extraction Method: Cold-Pressed. Unrefined.
- Scent: Warm, nutty, rich, and earthy with subtle roasted nuances and a deep natural oil character.
- Appearance: Liquid.
- Country of Origin: Brazil.
- Recommended Usage Levels: 1% – 100%, depending on formulation type and concentration.
- Facial oils and serums.
- Hair and scalp treatments.
- Body oils and balms.
- Botanical skincare formulations.
Applications in Skincare:
1. Facial Oils & Serums
- Ideal base for calming and barrier-repair formulas.
- Helps reduce redness and irritation.
- Suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types.
2. Moisturizers & Creams
- Enhances hydration without heaviness.
- Improves skin softness and elasticity.
- Works well in tallow-based creams and emulsions.
3. Cleansing Oils
- Gently dissolves makeup and impurities.
-Does not strip the skin.
- Perfect for double cleaning systems.
4. Anti-Aging Treatments
- Rich in antioxidants → helps reduce signs of aging.
- Supports skin firmness and smooth texture.
- Ideal for night repair formulations.
5. Body Oils & Massage Blends
- Lightweight glide without being overly oily.
- Soothes dry or irritated skin.
- Suitable for daily body care.
6. Sensitive & Problem Skin Care
- Helps calm inflammation (rosacea-prone, irritated skin).
- Low comedogenic risk.
- Good for acne-prone yet sensitive skin.
7. After-Sun & Repair Products
- Supports recovery from sun exposure
- Helps reduce dryness and discomfort
8. Lip Care & Balms
- Softens and protects delicate skin
- Adds smooth texture to lip formulations
Safety
Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
- Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
- Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
- Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.