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Kakadu Plum Carrier Oil Organic

Terminalia ferdinandiana

EXTREMELY RICH IN ANTIOXIDANTS, VITAMIN C, AND PROTECTIVE ORGANIC ACIDS. THE ULTIMATE SKIN-BRIGHTENING AND COLLAGEN-BOOSTING BOTANIC REPLICATOR. IDEAL FOR COMBATTING PIGMENTATION, UNEVEN SKIN TONES, SCARS, AND DEEP WRINKLES. ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT AND FAST-ABSORBING FOR ALL SKIN TYPES, INCLUDING HIGHLY SENSITIVE, REACTIVE, AND ATOPIC COMPLEXIONS.

IDENTIFICATION

  • INCI Name: Terminalia ferdinandiana (Kakadu plum) seed oil
  • CAS Number: 1176234-54-0
  • SKU Code: [Leave blank for custom Shopify SKU]
  • Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
  • Parts Used: Fruit kernel / seed
  • Origin: Australia
  • Common Names: Billygoat plum, Gubinge, Murunga
  • Appearance: Pale yellow coloured liquid
  • Odour Note: Faint fruity, sweet plum-like aroma
  • Quality: 100% pure and natural virgin carrier oil; cold-pressed and unrefined

COMPOSITION & FATTY ACID PROFILE

  • 50.00% Linoleic Acid (Omega-6): Vital essential fatty acid that helps rebuild compromised lipid barriers, balance sebum, and alleviate acne tendencies.
  • 30.10% Oleic Acid (Omega-9): Provides deep hydration, softening the skin and promoting cell membrane suppleness.
  • 12.30% Palmitic Acid: Offers defensive moisture retention, protecting the outermost epidermis.
  • 5.10% Stearic Acid: Provides exceptional emollient protection and skin-replenishing qualities.
  • High Natural Vitamin C: Supports natural collagen synthesis, improves skin radiance, and protects against environmental stressors.
  • Rich Active Organic Acids: Packed with exceptional levels of Gallic Acid (delivers anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties) and Ellagic Acid (a powerhouse antioxidant that helps calm skin damage and balance pigmentations).
  • Mineral Rich: Contains key trace minerals including Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K), Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), and Sodium (Na) to nourish skin tissue.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat sources. Keep the bottle tightly sealed and out of reach of children and pets.

SHORT DESCRIPTION & INTERESTING FACTS

  • Upcycled Bush Food Treasure: Native to the pristine northern regions of Australia, Kakadu Plum has been prized for thousands of years by Aboriginal peoples as both a nutrient-dense "bush food" and a traditional remedy. Today, when Kakadu plums are harvested to manufacture organic jams, relishes, and health drinks, the leftover kernels are saved and cold-pressed to yield this magnificent, precious oil.
  • The Brightening Super-Acid Duo: Alongside its rare plant-derived Vitamin C, Kakadu Plum oil is one of the world's most valued sources of Gallic and Ellagic acids. These two botanical acids work in harmony with the skin to fade sunspots, brighten dull areas, and help normalize uneven pigmentation.
  • Lightweight Retinol Partner: Having a comedogenic rating of 0, this oil offers a feather-light texture that absorbs into the skin almost instantly. It can be layered perfectly alongside other strong actives like retinol or niacinamide to keep the skin barrier nourished.

KEY PROPERTIES & BENEFITS

For the Skin:
  • Comedogenic Rating: 0 (Completely non-comedogenic; does not block pores, making it perfect for oily, problematic, and acne-prone skin types).
  • Skin-Brightening & Hyper-Pigmentation Relief: Visibly balances uneven skin tones, fades dark spots, age spots, acne scars, and environmental sun damage.
  • Collagen & Firmness Booster: Speeds up tissue recovery, helping to smooth fine lines, firm sagging contours, and stimulate youthful elasticity.
  • Calming & Restructuring: Superior anti-inflammatory, cicatrizing, and calming properties provide rapid comfort to compromised, atopic, irritated, or eczematous skin barriers.
  • After-Sun Restorative: Provides intense hydration and neutralizes free radicals caused by UV exposure.
For the Hair:
  • Featherweight Shine & Manageability: Deeply conditions hair fibers without weighing down fine locks, providing exceptional volume, bounce, and a natural plum-like gloss.
  • Scalp Health: Helps control dry scalp flakiness while balancing overall sebum production at the roots.

HOW TO USE & RECIPE SYNERGIES

1. Illuminating Daily Face Serum (DIY Face Elixir)

Brighten your complexion and target uneven tone or scarring.

  • Basic Application: Gently press 2-3 drops of pure Kakadu Plum oil directly onto your cleansed face and neck every morning or evening.
  • Custom Serum Base: In a 30 ml bottle, blend 20 ml of Kakadu Plum Carrier Oil with 10 ml of another carrier oil tailored to your skin type (such as Rosehip or Jojoba).
  • Synergy Blend: Add 4-5 drops of a skin-regenerating essential oil (such as Organic Frankincense or Neroli) and shake well to incorporate.
2. Glow-Boosting Daily Face Cream (100 ml)

Infuse your everyday moisturizer with a massive dose of stable botanical Vitamin C.

  • Recipe:
    • 10 drops of Kakadu Plum Carrier Oil
    • 2 Tablespoons (approx. 30 ml) of a neutral facial cream or lotion base
  • Application: Mix thoroughly until the oil is completely emulsified. Massage into the skin daily for a plump, radiant, and hydrated complexion.
3. Purifying & Brightening Clay Cataplasm

A soothing, deeply detoxifying weekly mask to help clear blemishes and ease skin irritations.

  • Recipe:
    • 1 Tablespoon White Kaolin Clay (or Pink Clay)
    • 1 teaspoon Kakadu Plum Carrier Oil
    • Hydrosol (such as Chamomile or Lavender) to form a smooth paste
  • Application: Apply the mask to your face, avoiding the eye area. Leave on for 10 minutes (do not let the clay dry completely), then rinse away with lukewarm water.
4. Anti-Frizz Glossing Hair Treatment

Give your hair weightless body, softness, and brilliant shine.

  • Application: Warm 2-4 drops between your palms and smooth through the mid-lengths and ends of damp or dry hair prior to styling.

SAFETY & CAUTIONS

  • Skin Patch Test: Because Kakadu Plum oil is naturally rich in active organic acids and Vitamin C, individuals with extremely sensitive, reactive, or compromised skin are highly advised to perform a skin patch test on a small area (such as the inner wrist) before full application.
  • External Use Only: This cold-pressed virgin oil is intended for cosmetic, topical applications only and must not be ingested.
  • Keep Out of Reach: Keep out of reach of children and pets.