Cacay Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil)

Cold-pressed oils are more popular now than ever for their beneficial properties. One such oil is cacao nut oil. If you have yet to hear of it, this oil is cold-pressed and made from the nuts of Cacao trees. It is a light and dry oil that many people apply to their skin. It is increasingly used as an anti-aging ingredient in many skin care products. This oil has several benefits, including keeping your skin and nails healthy. Read ahead as we discuss these benefits. What is Cacay Oil? This nut oil is derived from the Amazon in Colombia. It has a nutty scent and is made by cold-pressing the nuts of Cacao trees. Once the oil is pressed, the remaining shells are often used to make nut milk or cook flour. The inner peel is used to make fertilizers and cattle feed. Hence, the production of this oil is sustainable and often results in little waste. Composition This oil, also called Kahai oil, contains crude fat and proteins. It also includes phosphorous, iron, potassium, sodium, and thiam