Formula: 76101 Difficulty level: beginner Shelf life: min 6 months A Ingredients Total 10 gr A Lipgloss base 6,03 gr A Hyaluron LIPO 0,12 gr A Beeswax white 0,3 gr A Passion fruit oil 3 gr A Cosmetic...
Passion fruit oil
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Description
Passion Fruit Oil (Passiflora edulis) is an oil with a light texture and a discrete aroma, without the heavy signature of most tropical oils. It is also known in cosmetics as Maracuja Oil, and it is a premium, lightweight vegetable oil suitable for all skin types in general. Its phytosterol and tocopherol content supports the antioxidant and emollient properties of the product.
Its profile is dominated by linoleic acid (Omega-6), which places it among oils with a sebum-regulating and rebalancing effect, making it suitable even for combination, oily, or acne-prone skin, qualities rarely associated with a tropical fruit oil. It is an excellent choice not only for the face, but also for products targeting eye area care (reducing the appearance of tired eyes) or for body oils with a silky, non-greasy effect.
Specific bioactive compounds:
- Passiflorin and Flavonoids (especially Chrysin): These plant-specific compounds have an outstanding soothing effect on the skin system. They help rapidly reduce visible redness and calm skin stressed by environmental factors (pollution, UV radiation).
- Vitamin E (Tocopherols - especially Gamma-tocopherol): A powerful natural antioxidant that protects skin lipids against oxidative degradation, preventing premature aging and maintaining cell integrity.
- Carotenoids (including Beta-carotene): Precursors of vitamin A, these compounds grant the oil a subtle yellowish-orange tint and act as protectors against light-induced oxidative stress, restoring a natural radiance and uniform appearance to the skin.
- Phytosterols (especially Beta-sitosterol and Stigmasterol): Structures similar to the skin's cholesterol, which help repair the cell membrane, reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL), and soothe tight skin sensations.
Characteristics
- eco Culture: Conventional, sourced directly from Brazil
- water_do Appearance: Yellowish fluid liquid, slightly tart scent, light texture
- verified_user Quality: Cosmetic grade, cold-pressed, unrefined
Ingredients: Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
100% natural, solvent-free, additive-free.
Main Properties
- checkBalancing, sebum-regulating: the predominant linoleic acid contributes to balancing sebum production, with a favorable effect on oily or combination skin.
- checkRejuvenating: revitalizes dull skin, restoring its natural radiance and elasticity.
- checkAntioxidant: the tocopherols and phytosterols in the composition contribute to protecting the skin from oxidative stress.
- checkNourishing, moisturizing: supports the integrity of the hydrolipid barrier and helps maintain skin suppleness.
- checkAnti-aging: finely smooths skin texture and protects against environmental stress, leaving the skin velvety with a firmer, fresher look.
Usage & Synergies
Face care
Passion Fruit Oil is suitable for combination or oily skin that needs a lightweight oil for nourishment and balancing, and it is equally suited for mature, tired-looking skin.
Practical recommendations
- Facial oil: Apply 2-3 drops onto clean skin in the evening. Its fine texture and rapid absorption make it suitable even in the summer.
- Ingredient in day serums: Incorporate at 20-40% into a light-textured oily serum intended for the morning routine.
- Ingredient in anti-aging creams: Add at 10-20% into creams for any skin type, alongside specific actives.
Synergies in face care
For a balancing day serum for oily skin, the synergy with Organic Jojoba Oil and Marine-Z or Prime Lotus Complex complements the sebum-regulating effect. On mature skin, the association with Centella Asiatica Oil and Sea Buckthorn Oil offers a complex antioxidant and anti-aging profile. As a base for a light anti-wrinkle oily serum, combining it with Triheptanoin improves the texture of the final formula.
Body care
At the body level, Passion Fruit oil is an elegant choice for lightweight body oils, sunscreen products, and after-sun formulas.
Practical recommendations
- Light body oil: Apply to damp skin after showering for fine, velvety hydration. Complement optionally with essential oils or liposoluble actives.
- Ingredient in after-sun formulas: Incorporate at 20–30% into post-sun care formulas alongside soothing actives.
Synergies in body care
As a lightweight anti-aging body oil, the synergy with Grape Seed Oil and Coco-silicone offers an optimal texture and lightweight emollience.
Hair care
On hair, Passion Fruit oil can be included in formulas targeting a scalp with excess sebum or for a lightweight leave-in serum, thanks to the balancing effect of linoleic acid.
Practical recommendations
- Ingredient in a balancing scalp serum: Incorporate at 20–30% into scalp oils intended for oily or seborrheic scalps.
Synergies in hair care
As a balancing ingredient for an oily scalp, the synergy with Babassu Oil and Clary Sage Essential Oil supports the rebalancing of sebum secretion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does it contain vitamin C or bioflavonoids?
Vitamin C and bioflavonoids from maracuja fruit are water-soluble compounds and are not found in the oil obtained by pressing, they remain in the fruit juice. Passion Fruit Oil brings value through its profile of fatty acids, phytosterols, and tocopherols, not through a vitamin C contribution.
Is it suitable for oily skin?
Yes, more so than other oils. The profile dominated by linoleic acid is associated with a sebum-balancing effect, which is more favorable to oily skin than oils dominated by oleic acid.
Does it smell like maracuja?
Discreetly. The aroma is slightly fruity-tart, much more subtle than the fruit juice. It is never too intense in formulas, but it can be perceptible during direct application.
Bibliography and resources
- Silva, A.C. et al. Fatty acid composition and antioxidant activity of Passiflora edulis seed oil. Industrial Crops and Products.
- Pereira, M.G. et al. Passiflora edulis seed oil: a potential source of bioactive compounds for cosmeceutical applications. Journal of Cosmetic Science.
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). Safety Assessment of Passiflora-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
- CosIng Database. Regulatory status of Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil. European Commission.
Safety in use
Cosmetic product for external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes.
Storage, preservation
Keep the bottle tightly closed, in a cool place, away from direct light.
Details
Code
D-1504
Categories
Procurement
direct from Brazil
Other names
Maracuia Oil
Status
Natural compliant
Suitable for
cosmetics, make-up
Key benefits
anti-aging, antioxidant, emollient, nourishing, regenerating, skin soother
Specific indications
wellness, wrinkles, fine lines
Texture
light, medium
Skin care
Eye Creams, Face creams, Facial Oils, Treatments
Skin type
Dry, Mature, Normal
Body care
Body butters, Body oils, Conditioners, Hand creams
Hair care
Hair conditioners, Hair serums
Make-up
Concealer, Foundation, Lip balm
Use level
1 - 100 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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Bianca I.
10 Dec 2024
I use it to moisturize my hands. Leaves skin soft and smooth. I highly recommend to all of you who have problems with dry hands.
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Carciumaru C.
10 Dec 2024
Passion fruit oil, I received it as a gift with a recent order (thanks Elemental!). I was eager to try it - applied sparingly to the face, it has a light texture, is nourishing and leaves the skin silky soft. Also considering the beneficial substances it contains, I can categorize it under the precious oils I use as such on my skin. Thank you!
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Marta P.
10 Dec 2024
Thanks for the present. It's gorgeous, smells gorgeous and feels amazing on your face. I have wanted it for a long time but I can never fit everything I want in an order. I always have a list for next time with products I want and hope maybe it comes in a promotion. Thanks
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Adriana U.
10 Dec 2024
I received this oil as a gift from the Ellemental team on one of my orders and I can't thank you enough for this wonderful oil. I can't wait to use it in my many skin compositions .
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Alexandra V.
10 Dec 2024
A great oil for the skin. I happily use it in body oil blends along with essential oils. Although it has its own scent it helps to intensify the flavors it is combined with
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Cristina M.
10 Oct 2024
I have combined it with other vegetable oils and butters in different creams .It absorbs easily into the skin, leaves no greasy feeling.I recommend.
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Voichita O.
10 Oct 2024
A silky passionfruit scented skin is very welcome anytime. As with all the oils I have bought here, it is of very good quality, applied regularly it leaves your skin supple, taut, soft, baby soft. I apply them either singly or in combinations, on damp skin after shower (usually made with a small gomage of malai flour or coffee zat left over from the morning added in the palm of the hand over the shower gel I'm using at the moment, or over a part of the soap, if I use soap). This way I don't have to worry too much during periods of sun exposure either, my skin is always prepared, I just need to add a little extra protection (oily macerate with urucum powder, ashwagandha, manjishta) before and after exposure.
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Claudiu B.
10 Oct 2024
Very pleasant surprise! It has a soft, fruity smell and feels pleasant on the skin. I use it for hair, before washing. I like it and recommend it.
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Adina B.
10 Oct 2024
It doesn't have a very strong odor. But it moisturizes well. I use it in a hand cream for very dry skin.
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Cecilia c.
10 Oct 2024
Pleasantly flavored oil. Thanks to its invigorating fragrance, it is ideal for both face creams and lip glosses
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Bernadett I.
10 Oct 2024
Passion fruit oil is usually part of the oily phase of lotions or creams for dry skin. I'm pleased with how it feels on the skin.
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Gabriela C.
10 Oct 2024
It is an oil with nourishing and moisturizing properties, the effect is a smooth, silky skin. I use it in various skin care products. Because it contains substances with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this oil helps protect damaged skin. I recommend.
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Cristina B.
22 May 2024
It has nourishing and moisturizing properties, leaves the skin silky smooth ! I recommend! .
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Mihaela G.
05 Jan 2024
I tested this oil directly on my skin and loved the feeling left behind. It also had a moisturizing effect in the hair mask. I have included it in my hand cream and even in my acne cream. It's true that I'm not a fan of the smell (although other people have found it a pleasant scent) but you can easily mask it with essential oil or natural perfumes.
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Mirela I.
05 Jan 2024
An exotic smelling oil with a fine fragrance. I used it to create a scrub and you won't believe how my skin smelled. It is superrrr
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Lidiya D.
29 Nov 2023
Very good for my dry skin. Moisturizes my skin, my hair and my lips. Dries quickly. Not greasy and really versatile oil, moreover, it has a good value for money.
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Oana J.
05 Oct 2023
It's an oil that I recently ordered and have been working with in recipes for complexion in makeup (illuminator) and an oily face serum (night) I really like its rich texture once applied (but without a greasy feel) and how it absorbs into the complexion throughout the day. I especially recommend it in combination with other oils or butters with lighter textures.
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Anamaria S.
05 Apr 2022
After reading about useful herbs for anxiety, I discovered the usefulness of passion fruit oil in topical applications on the forehead. For relaxation and to relieve stress I spread the oil topically on my forehead and temples. It's great! I also use wheat germ and sunflower oil.
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Mirela F.
05 Apr 2022
A light textured exotic oil that I have included in face creams, face serums or in a hair mask. It's an extremely wonderful oil and is a favorite for treating acne-prone skin, it's especially great for balancing very oily skin.
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Alina M.
05 Apr 2022
I use it in the preparation of hand cream . It is excellent. It is smooth and gives a light but moisturizing texture to my cream.