Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil

ALE

8/10

Concern level

High concern

Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil (kukui nut oil / candlenut oil) is a plant-derived fixed oil used primarily as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient. It is a complex triglyceride mixture rich in fatty acids rather than a single defined molecule, so molecular weight and pH are not meaningful as single values. It is generally used to help soften skin, reduce transepidermal water loss, and improve suppleness in leave-on formulas. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Aleurites-moluccana-oil?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.00% - 5.00%

CAS Number: 8015-80-3

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin9/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin7/10

acne prone4/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No specific ingredient-drug interactions are established, May be less suitable in heavily occlusive formulas if combined with other rich oils/butters for acne-prone skin, Oxidation can be accelerated in formulas lacking antioxidants or proper packaging

Risks & Warnings

Main concerns are oxidation/rancidity over time, possible mild irritation in very sensitive skin, and a small risk of clogged pores in acne-prone users depending on the full formula. As with other nut-derived oils, individuals with a history of tree-nut allergy should patch test cautiously, although cosmetic cross-reactivity is not guaranteed. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Aleurites-moluccana-oil?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

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