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Key benefits: Hydration, Anti-Aging.

Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil

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Candlenut Oil,Kukui Nut Oil

Purpose

Non-volatile oil from a plant native to Hawaii; it has emollient properties for skin.

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BEST

Category

Emollient, Antioxidant, Plant Extracts

INCI Purpose

SKIN CONDITIONING

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Anti-Aging — Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

Alternative Names

Hair Profile

Functions

Oil

At a Glance

Article

Aleurites moluccana seed oil, also known as kukui nut oil, is a non-volatile oil from a plant native to Hawaii; it has emollient properties for skin. Research has shown it has skin-soothing benefits.

See: Kukui Nut Oil

References

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