Scientific name: Plukenetia Volubilis Oil
Classification: Plant Oil
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, nourishing.
Tales from Nature
Sacha Inchi, also known as Inca Peanut, is a plant that grows in the Amazon rainforest and tropical Peruvian Andes and is used for medicinal purposes. Even centuries ago, the Incas knew of its therapeutic virtues.
Sacha Inchi Oil, obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of the plant, is considered one of the best oils in the world and is also widely used in culinary applications. It is considered a true superfood due to its extraordinary composition, which is very rich in fatty acids such as Omega 3, Omega 6, Omega 9, Vitamin A and Vitamin E. It is also rich in minerals and essential amino acids.
These nutritional components, make Sacha Oil Inci an oil of prodigious nutritional value, so much so that it has attracted the interest of the international medical community that it was named the "World's Best Oil" in 2004 and 2006.
Skin Benefits
Sacha Inchi Oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, which provide intense hydration and promote skin elasticity. Its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe irritated skin, reducing redness and inflammation and promoting a healthier, brighter complexion.
It deeply nourishes the skin and nails, improving elasticity and reducing dryness. The seeds of this plant also have a good concentration of natural antioxidants that help control free radicals, which are responsible for cell aging.
