The Amazon rainforest is one of the most complex ecosystems in the world. At the summit of the forest, sunlight is received throughout the year. Simultaneously, there is constant rainfall. It is due to these rich and diverse conditions, that the Amazon is full of fruits, nuts, and seeds. All of which have high concentration of beta – carotene, minerals, healthy fats, and Omega 3, 6 , 9.
Having been used by Amazonian indigenous natives for several years, these ingredients have proven their worth time and time again.
The following will delve into the many hair benefits of Amazonian oils and butters.
Acai Oil (Euterpe oleracea)
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Used in our Intense Repair Shampoo and Conditioner, Acai Oil is a source of linoleic acid, the açai oil promotes one of the most important factors of healthy hair- moisture. Without a healthy balance of moisture, hair becomes dry, brittle, and more prone to breakage. It also brings shine, softness, nutrition while repairing damage, controlling frizz, and sealing split ends.
Buriti Oil (Mauritia vinifera)
Buriti oil is rich in healthy fat and vitamin E plus the highest naturally occurring source of beta-carotene (natural Vitamin A). This oil that deeply conditions and smooth dry, damaged hair while bringing vital shine to dull faded hair, is used in our OSKA PURE Amazonia Oil and our OSKA PURE Leave-in Primer with heat and UV Protection. It has a natural SPF of 8 and has been used as a component of sunscreen products for its capacity to absorb ultraviolet light.
Patauá oil (Oenocarpus Bataua Fruit Oil)
Pataua (also known as Ungurahua oil) is a powerful moisturizing oil with a high content of oleic acid (Omega 9) and unique light texture. OSKA Pure Thinning Hair Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner contain this magic oil. According to Healthy Huemans, it comes with a unique protein structure with a similar composition to breastmilk or beef. This means that it is composed of vitamins and fatty acids. All of which, will help to repair and restore hair strands. Thus, aiding to limit hair loss, and breakage.
Traditionally, it is used by Amazonian communities as a hair tonic because it has the power to make the hair stay longer in the growth phase called anagen phase, thanks to the inhibition of STAT3 protein synthesis. This intensifies hair growth and strengthens the strands.
Ojon Oil (Elaeis oleifera)
Ojon oil, widely known as Caiaué oil, a Brazilian name for the palm Elaeis oleifera (Ojon). It is full of amino acids, natural antioxidants, lipids and all the essences necessary to keep hair healthy. It is considered one of the best vegetable oils for hair treatment, and it is even more suitable than argan oil. Argan treats the hair fiber from the outside in, repairing the cuticles and giving it softness and lightness to the touch. Ojon penetrates deeply into the hair, obtaining better effects on damaged hair.It provides hair cells recovery, intense shine, strength and protects from daily aggressions
It is also known for its strengthening properties, thus resulting in stronger, longer, hair. In fact, it is most commonly found in hair treatments due to its proven effectiveness. This is why it can be found in OSKA PURE Leave-In Conditioner.
Pequi Oil (Caryocar Brasiliense Fruit Oil)
Used in our Leave-In Primer with Heat and UV Protection, Pequi Oil is a clear yellowish oil with a neutral odor. It is highly emollient and great source of essential fatty acids, that makes it a powerful moisturizer to reduce frizziness and combat split ends while restoring the vitality of brittle hair.
Brazil Nut Oil (Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil)
Brazil Nut is a great source of Selenium, a mineral that promotes hair growth. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E to nurture, strengthen, and provide superior moisture benefits while protecting against frizz. These qualities are what make it perfect to use in our Amazonia Hair Oil formula.
Passion Fruit Oil (Passiflor Edulis)
Passion fruit oil contains high content of unsaturated fatty acids that restores the lipid layer of skin and provides moisturizing and silkiness on the hair. Besides having vitamin C and vitamin A, this superfood oil contains potassium, vitamin B6 and vitamin B2, which help with the circulation in your scalp. This benefit of passion fruit leads to a healthy scalp and healthy follicles, which is important for growing stronger hair.
Tucumã Pulp Oil (Astrocaryum vulgare)
The oil extracted from the tucumã pulp contains healthy fats like palmitic, stearic, oleic and linoleic. Its value of ßcarotene reaches 180 to 330 mg/100g. As the oil is rich in omega 3, 6 and 9, it behaves as an excellent moisturizer. It is for this reason that it is used in cosmetics for skin hydrations, body lotions, hair oils and masks.
Guava Oil
Guava Seed Oil is a rich source of Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Copper, Zinc and Selenium making it an excellent hair care oil to help prevent dandruff and restore vitality for stronger hair with shine and lustre.
Pracaxi Oil
Pracaxi oil contains a wide range of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. It offers intense hydration and deep conditioning- especially for those with curly, dry, or very coarse hair. It protects hair fibers against damage, provides shine and smoothness (terrific smoothing properties for those looking to straighten hair), treats dandruff, stimulates hair growth and promotes a healthy scalp.
Sacha Inchi Oil (Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil)
Sacha Inchi is exceptional in repairing dry and brittle hair thanks to its high levels of Vitamin E. It actively regenerates hair, while the unsaturated fatty acids nourish and protect hair from further damage.
It conditions, softens, enhances the hair’s natural gloss and smoothness, calms inflammation of the scalp, regulates oil production, enhances moisture retention, nourishes, and strengthens the hair and scalp.
Andoriba Oil (Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil)
Andiroba oil is rich in vitamin F and alpha-hydroxyl acids that has been found to increase collagen in the skin. This amazing oil with anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties stimulates blood flow and encourages hair growth. Recommended to use in deep conditioning treatments, its formula is perfect for dry or damaged hair. It offers hair with less breakage and all of this is done without leaving the hair greasy or oily.
Cupuaçu Butter (Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter)
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Essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid, polyphenols, omega 6 and 9, and other antioxidant nutrients combine. The result? Healthy skin, of course! This creates a ripple effect. Once the skin is repaired, the dreaded issue of dandruff becomes only a memory. A healthy scalp is an incredibly important factor in overall hair health, which demonstrates the importance of this ingredient.
Cupuaçu butter has an incredible water absorption, even in comparison to lanolin and shea butter. It’s one of the most beneficial ingredients for damaged, color-treated, dry, and/or brittle hair. Luckily, Cupuaçu is quickly absorbed and offers a long hydration effect; it’s exactly what hair is thirsting for.
Murumuru Butter (Astrocaryum murumuru)
Being rich in lauric, myristic and oleic acids, muru-muru is a highly nourishing emollient and moisturizer for hair and skin. It is considered a wonderful addition to hair conditioners and masks to provide ultra hydration. It softens while locking in moisture that helps keep your hair shiny and healthy. Murumuru butter also helps restore hair and maintain elasticity, helping to boost color.
Babaçu Butter (Orbignya oleifera)
Babacu butter is naturally rich in vitamins A, D, E and F. It contains fatty acids like lauric and myristic acid that offers excellent hydration properties while treating and preventing split ends. The oil also creates a thin protective coating on the hair which will prevent environmental or frictional damage.
Cocoa Butter (Theobrama cocoa)
Cocoa butter is a very well-known product used in cosmetic industry due to its moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
OSKA PURE powered by Amazonian oils
Meet Our Amazonia Oil, A gift from Amazonian rainforest. Featuring 9 natural and nutrient-rich oils for Amazon rainforest:
- Ojon oil
- Pataua oil
- Buriti Oil
- Acai oil
- Brazil Nut oil
- Pequi oil
- Tucuma oil
- Cupuacu Oil
- Murumuru seed butter
No Silicone, No sulfate, No paraben, No mineral oil, No synthetic fragrance. Just Pure Amazonian oil and nothing else! 100% natural, clean, non-toxic, vegan, cruelty-free, GMO-free, and sustainable.
OSKA PURE products use the Amazonian oils discussed in this article, while also offering a vegan and cruelty-free experience. With this being said, we are thrilled to announce that OSKA PURE Amazonia Oil will be launched this week! Truly a gift from the Amazonian rainforest, this Amazonia Oil consists of no silicone, no sulfate, no paraben, no mineral oil, and no synthetic fragrance! In fact, it features 9 one hundred percent natural and nutrient-rich oils and nothing else. As with many of our products, it is a non-toxic, cruelty-free, GMO-free and sustainable addition to our collection.
We have made it our mission to help with the most common, yet toughest, qualms you have concerning your hair. Are you looking to promote hair regrowth and tackle thinning hair? Whatever the case may be, OSKA PURE has the products that you and your hair not only need but deserve.