Sacha Inchi Skin and Hair oil (organic) 30ml

Sacha inchi oil, cold-pressed, organic 

Sacha inchi oil cold-pressed organic, is an ideal, natural skinfood for dry skin and scalp conditions and atopic skin. Light and quickly absorbed.

This is a 100% pure and natural oil cold-pressed from the seeds of organically cultivated Plukenetia volubulis, a perennial vine native to the rain forests of Central and South America. No deforestation is caused by its cultivation.

Sacha inchi oil is a relative newcomer to the western cosmetics industry, but the plant has been harvested in its native lands for over 3000 years as an important food and medicinal source. It is now central to environmental and food projects in the Amazon to provide economic sustainability to indigenous populations. It is now also being cultivated in south east Asia and other parts of the world. Our Sacha inchi oil comes from organic cultivation in Peru and contains no preservatives or other additives.

The raw seeds of the plant have been found to contain high levels of essential amino acids, similar to that of soya. The cold-pressed oil that we use for skin, scalp, hair and beard is one of the richest sources of unsaturated fatty acids, particularly omega 3 linolenic and omega 6 linoleic acids, comparable to linseed and safflower. Further, the oil contains an abundance of alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) and also carotenoids some of which are converted to vitamin A (retinol) in our body.

Benefits for hair, beard and skin 

Sacha inchi oil has excellent emollient properties. It moisturises your hair and skin and helps prevent water loss, especially from irritated and itchy skin, such as occurs in dry eczema, psoriasis, acne, dandruff, atopic reactions and other conditions characterised by dryness or sebum imbalance. It has a comedogenic rating of 0 to 1, which means it does not block the pores of the skin.

The two major oil constituents alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids are also important components of the cell membranes of the epidermis of skin and scalp. These help replenish the cells and slow down or soften the wrinkles and fine lines of ageing. They also help the skin repair from inflammation and wounds. 

The relatively high levels of vitamin E in Sacha inchi oil also helps brittle hair regenerate while its hydrating, softening properties help protect the hair shaft from further damage. Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant that helps counteract free radical damage to the skin by airborne pollutants.

We have also found Sacha inchi oil to be very soothing when applied to the skin after shaving or exfoliating. 

The cold-pressed oil is light and quickly absorbed by the skin and has a mild nutty aroma.

Packaging and how to use

Supplied in 30ml recyclable amber glass bottles with a handy dispenser pump. 

Use pure: This oil is light and easily absorbed without blocking the pores of the skin or hair follicles and without leaving a sticky feeling. This means it can be used pure for facial massage (especially useful for dry, mature skin) and for applying to an irritated scalp or irritated parts of the skin affected by dry eczema, psoriasis and other dry conditions. 

Hair or beard: apply a few drops to dry or damp hair for shine, frizz control and daily hydration. No need to wash off. Use 2-3 times a week and less frequently as hair's health returns.

Face: Apply 2-10 drops to moist, clean face and skin and massage gently. Use during the day before sunscreen and/or overnight; no need to wash off.

Patch test: Sacha inchi oil is suitable for sensitive and atopic skin. However, not every oil suits everyone! If you have any doubts, carry out a patch test: apply a few drops of the oil to a patch of skin on the inside of your elbow. Leave it overnight. If no redness or itching develops you can then use the oil as recommended. 

Any questions?

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An interesting scientific article on the Sacha inchi plants can be found in the journal Food Chemistry

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