Title : Cacay oil, a powerful and natural ingredient of cosmetic and dermatological impact
Abstract:
It is well known that science keep discovering and studying ingredients from different origins, to offer results or solutions required by diverse industries and needs. Cacay oil, intends to become the next revolutionary oil in the Cosmetic and Health Industry for holding the highest content of Linoleic Acid, and Vitamin A, compared with other vegetal oils. It is also rich in Squalene, Vitamin E and F which are notably used in the cell renewal process.
Cacay oil is extracted purely from the fruit of Cacay tree (through cold-Pressed Extraction Method) in the Amazon region of Colombia. This tree produces a fruit similar to a walnut of about 40-50 grams in weight and about 4 to 8 centimeters in diameter. In the core of the nut there are 3 almonds from which the oil is obtained.
The emollient action of Cacay oil helps in repairing the skin, nourishing it, softening it, improving its appearance and protecting it from the damage caused by environmental agents. This makes Cacay oil a 100% natural anti-aging source. Moreover, its high content of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids such as omega 6 and omega 9, together with its content of vitamin E and vitamin A, makes it a natural ingredient of high nutritional, moisturizing and antioxidant value for the hair and nails.
Cacay Oil has been used by indigenous groups since ancient times, as a natural treatment for irritations, burns and scars. Nowadays, studies reveal that Cacay Oil has antioxidant and antibacterial properties that are driving into dermatologic and cosmetic interest, due to diverse effects such as reducing Psoriasis and Dermatitis on patients, inhibiting the growth of different types of bacteria, and increasing hydration, firmness, smoothness and elasticity on the skin (based on tests).
Cacay Oil has a unique composition, made up by its lipidic profile, and its bioactive molecules that defines it as a treasure from Mother Nature. And while its many biochemical compounds are by themselves dermatologically and cosmetically beneficial, Cacay Oil is better than their parts solely.
Arlés is a pioneering organization producer of Cacay Oil that has a strong commitment to sustainable and organic agricultural practices. It’s ecological and social responsibility is reflected in its harvest, which is the unique sustainable certified harvest of Cacay trees. Moreover, the project promotes the reforestation of the Amazon in Colombia and the employment of ethnic groups of the zone.
Audience Take Away:
- Our purpose is to teach or increase the scientific knowledge about an innovative vegetable oil (Cacay oil) that is superior than other vegetable oils in terms of its cosmetic and dermatological benefits. We’re supporting with strong evidence that natural remedies come from natural sources.
- Cacay oil can be used alone or in cosmetic formulations for preventive and healing purposes, such as increasing hydration, firmness, elasticity and smoothness on skin. This will represent a new alternative for people looking for natural treatments or even an innovative business model.
- Clinical evidences will be provided to support the efficacy of Cacay oil in diverse skin affections such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, scars, among other ones. As result, this vegetable oil can become a stronger active ingredient in the pharmaceutical field, that can relieve and help people with some of the skin conditions mentioned before, in a very significant way.
- It will be presented a very complete study of the effects of Cacay oil on hair, regarding dandruff reduction and hair appearance improvement. Moreover, it will work as a base for others to expand this research in teaching or in other related studies.
- The project behind the production of Cacay oil promotes the reforestation of the Amazon in Colombia and the employment of ethnic groups of the zone. The dedication to social and environmental inclusion is key for Arlés in every daily task. For that, it is the only company in the world that has a sustainable certified harvest of Cacay. In this sense, Cacay oil production brings diverse benefits in all its stages to different groups and stakeholders.
