
Patauá Oil
Experience the Amazon’s deeply nourishing secret with our premium Patauá Oil. Sustainably cold-pressed from the mesocarp of the native palm, this ethically sourced, refined oil is a true gem. It delivers exceptional hydrating, firming, and revitalizing properties, strengthening the scalp to advance regenerative beauty for both skin and hair.
For more in-depth technical specifications, detailed fatty acid profiles, and scientific research references, please explore our dedicated technical data sections below.
INCI Name
Oenocarpus bataua
Origin
Brazil - Amazon Rainforest
Unique Properties & Rich Composition
Patauá oil is a highly nutritious and antioxidant-rich oil, widely recognized for its exceptional moisturizing, revitalizing, and protective properties.
Key Characteristics:
- Omega Powerhouse: Exceptionally rich in Oleic acid (Omega-9), which makes up 70-82% of its profile, alongside significant amounts of Palmitic and Linoleic (Omega-6) acids. This composition provides deep nourishment and long-lasting hydration.
- Sensory Experience: This viscous liquid presents a clear, yellow, transparent color with a characteristic aroma. It becomes solid at temperatures below 25°C.
- Purity: 100% pure, natural, and wild-harvested for uncompromising quality.
Functional Profile
Fatty Acid Composition (NEN 5508:1995)
- C16:0 Palmitic: 6 – 15%
- C16:1 Palmitoleic: ≤ 2%
- C18:0 Stearic: 2 – 9%
- C18:1 Oleic (Omega-9): 70 – 82%
- C18:2 Linoleic (Omega-6): 2 – 9%
- C18:3 Linolenic (Omega-3): ≤ 2%
Active Components & Benefits
- Antioxidant-Rich: Highly nutritious and rich in antioxidants, providing vital protection for both skin and hair.
- Protective Lipid Barrier: Contains essential components that form a lipid barrier, protecting against dryness and balancing natural moisture.
Key Benefits & Application
Face Care | Body Care | Hair Care
- Hair: Unlock stronger, more lustrous hair. Patauá Oil deeply hydrates and revitalizes strands, combating dryness, dandruff, and seborrhea. It strengthens the hair and scalp, increases shine, and promotes softness, helping to regenerate chemically damaged hair and prevent flaking.
- Skin: Achieve balanced, resilient, and youthful-looking skin. This oil forms a protective lipid film that combats dryness, balances natural moisture, and controls water loss, keeping skin hydrated, supple, and preventing cracking. Its anti-inflammatory properties reduce redness and irritation, while its ability to restore surface damage and prevent premature aging makes it ideal for mature or environmentally exposed skin. It absorbs quickly, leaving a non-greasy, dry-touch feel.
- Anti-Aging: With its ability to enhance skin elasticity and stimulate collagen production, Patauá Oil actively reduces the visible signs of aging, promoting firmness and resilience.
Alternative to
Minoxidil, quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), cyclomethicone
Proven Effects
- Long-lasting hydration
- Supports collagen production
- Improved skin firmness and resilience
- Strengthens skin elasticity and reduces signs of aging
- Prevents scarring
- Balances melanin production for a more uniform complexion
Shelfs Life
2 years
Certifications
USDA MAPA SISGEN Registered
Technical Data Sheet
Our Commitment
Our Patauá Oil is sourced with deep respect for the Amazon and its communities. The fruits are sustainably harvested, and the oil is cold-pressed directly within traditional Brazilian communities in Pará, through our partnership with the CoFruta cooperative. This practice ensures regenerative harvesting, sustainable agro-extractivism, and supports community-based agro-industry production, providing vital economic support. Carbon Negative Impact: Choose a product that actively benefits our planet. For every 1 kg of Patauá Oil produced, an estimated 3.1 kg of CO₂ is sequestered, a testament to its sustainable lifecycle and validated by an independent study from RegenIntel.
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Amazonian Botanicals
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Choosing BioTara means choosing a future where beauty regenerates, rather than depletes, the planet. Our mission is simple: to transform the cosmetics industry into a force for good—one sustainably sourced drop at a time.
