Buriti Carrier Oil

With the highest natural content of beta-carotene (natural Vitamin A), Buriti is suited for use on sun damaged skin, sun exposed skin and skin prone to Acne. Buriti has a natural SPF of 8

Buriti Oil

Buriti oil is an orange-reddish oil extracted from the fruit of a palm tree that grows in central Brazil and the southern Amazon basin. The Buriti Tree (also known as Moriche Palm) is an elegant tree which can reach up to 35 meters in height. The large leaves form a rounded crown.

The flowers are yellowish and appear from December to April. The fruit which the oil comes from grows from December to June and is a chestnut colour, covered with shiny scales. The tree grows in very high density.

Suitability

Buriti is especially suitable to sun damaged and dry skin and skin which is prone to spots. Buriti can be used on burns with some success. Buriti naturally has a natural UV protection.

Latin Name

Mauritia flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil

Extraction Method

Cold Pressed

Country of Origin

Brazil

Average Shelf Life

12 - 14 months

Oil Specification

Color - Reddish/Orange
Odor - Sweet
Beta Carotene
Peroxide Value: 0
Refractive Index: 1.395-1.555
Saponification value: 185-240mg
Specific Gravity: 0.860-0.980

Fatty Acids

Valeric Acid
Myristic acid
Palmitic acid
Stearic acid
Oleic acid
Linoleic acid
Linolenic acid
Arachidic acid
Gadoleic acid

Natural Contents

Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D, Rich in protein, linoleic acid, minerals.

Tip

Combine as a part blend in other carrier oils for tailored skin solutions

Buriti Carrier Oil

Precautions

None recorded and as with all carrier oils (except St Johns Wort), safe to use during pregnancy. As with all nut based carrier oils, always use with caution on people with nut allergies.