Plukenetia volubilis seed oil
AKA “Sacha inchi oil, Sacha peanut oil, Inca peanut oil”
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Plukenetia volubilis seed oil
AKA: Sacha inchi oil, Sacha peanut oil, Inca peanut oil
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Essential Oil
Clean
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Plukenetia volubilis, Euphorbiaceae Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Humectant, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Skin Protecting Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Plant Part
Seed
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Oil
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Native to the Amazon rainforest, this oil was traditionally used by indigenous Peruvian communities for skin healing and nutritional purposes. Rediscovered in modern cosmetics in the early 2000s as a source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR