Cacay Oil: Amazonian Liquid Gold With Purpose

At PureNature, we source ingredients that deliver high performance while supporting people and planet. Our Cacay Oil is a perfect example — a powerful, natural anti‑ageing oil with deep roots in sustainability.

Known as “Amazonian liquid gold”, cacay oil is prized for its ability to hydrate, smooth, and rejuvenate the skin.

What Is Cacay Oil?

Cacay oil is cold‑pressed from the nut of the cacay tree (Caryodendron orinocense), native to the Colombian Amazon and Orinoquía regions. It is a lightweight, fast‑absorbing carrier oil, valued for delivering active nutrients deep into the skin while providing its own powerful skin‑conditioning benefits.  It is naturally rich in:

• Vitamin A (retinol) – supports skin renewal
• Vitamin E – provides antioxidant protection
• Linoleic acid (Omega‑6) – strengthens the skin barrier

These properties make cacay oil ideal for facial oils, serums, creams, hair care, and body products.

Sustainably Harvested From the Amazon Rainforest

We source our cacay oil through CaryO, a social enterprise dedicated to stopping deforestation by building regenerative value chains around wild cacay.

Local communities sustainably harvest cacay fruit directly from the rainforest — without clearing land. One mature cacay tree can generate the same income as one hectare of cattle ranching, making forest conservation more profitable than destruction.

A Measurable Positive Impact

CaryO’s Wild Cacay Project has created real environmental and social change:

• 1.4+ million trees preserved
• 3,520 hectares of rainforest protected
• 509,000 tonnes of CO₂ captured
• 44 families supported, with income increases up to 55%
• 95% of oil exported to over 10 countries, supplying premium dermocosmetic laboratories

The project also prioritises inclusion — 25% of participating families are led by women.

Why PureNature Chooses CaryO

By partnering with CaryO, PureNature ensures our cacay oil offers full traceability, ethical sourcing, and regenerative impact — alongside the performance expected from a premium cosmetic ingredient.

Cacay Oil from PureNature is beauty with purpose, from rainforest to formulation.

See our Recipes with This Ingredients

Ultra Rich Night Cream
Bakuchiol Facial Oil
Rejuvenating Face Oil
Face Oil Blend - Mature Skin

Learn more about using and creating with cacay oil - Guide to Carrier Oils: Choosing the Right One for Your Skin Type and How To Make Your Own Face and Body Oils

FAQS

What is cacay oil used for?
Cacay oil is commonly used in skincare, hair care, and body products for its anti‑ageing, hydrating, and skin‑repair properties.

Is cacay oil a natural alternative to retinol?
Yes. Cacay oil naturally contains vitamin A and delivers benefits similar to retinol, often without irritation.

Is cacay oil sustainably sourced?
PureNature’s cacay oil is sustainably harvested from wild trees in the Colombian Amazon through CaryO, supporting rainforest conservation and local communities.