The andirobanut

The andirobanut or carapa-guianensis is native to South America, particularly the Amazon basin. Among the indigenous people, the andiroba nut has long been regarded as THE natural power from the Amazon and is used there to treat wounds and for skin care. The andiroba oil extracted from the nut has bioactive properties that can help to sooth and calm irritated skin conditions. Andiroba nut oil has the highest proportion of natural limonoids of all currently known nut fruits. At the same time, andiroba oil has a high proportion of vitamins A, C and E.