Biocosmethic Monoi De Tahiti Oil A.O.

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil,

Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract,

Tocopherol

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Emollient,

Moisturizing Agent,

Soothing Agent

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

Hair Actives,

Skin Actives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Sensory Modifiers

Cosmetic Ingredients — Vitamins, Extracts & Oils

Botanical Ingredients & Extracts

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Anti-Pollution,

Emolliency,

Firming,

Good Dry Combing,

Good Wet Combing,

Hair Protection,

Healthy-Looking Hair,

Hydrating,

Improves Skin Elasticity,

Moisturizing,

Nourishing,

Shine & Radiance,

Soft Feel,

Soothing,

Toning

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Plant-Based,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Properties

Odor

Characteristic

Appearance

Slightly granulated semisolid to liquid

Soluble in

Oils

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acid Value	max. 5.0	mgKOH/g	AM2.02100
Peroxide Value	max. 10.0	Meq O2 /Kg	AM2.02200

Technical Details & Test Data

Additional Information

Color or transparency of vegetable oils may evolve after production without affecting the properties of the product. In case of turbidity, filter before using.

Additional Information

Monoï de Tahiti is used in cosmetics for its fantastic moisturizing action and shining effect on skin and on hair.

Skin Care

After application of Monoï de Tahiti, the moisturizing phenomenon is naturally done. After a simple skin application, the moisturizing qualities of the Monoï de Tahiti could be compared to those of Shea Butter. The hydration of outer layers of the skin due to Monoï de Tahiti is progressive and lasting. The maximum effect occurs 6 hours after application and a good level is observed 8 hours after application. Monoï de Tahiti hydrates the skin progressively and in a prolonged manner.

Monoï de Tahiti possesses also a good cutaneous firming effect by acting on the firmness and elasticity of the skin.
Finally, Monoï de Tahiti is a good protection against the aggressions of the external environment (wind, sun, sea salt, pollution …).

Hair Care

Monoï de Tahiti possesses a repairing effect on dry and damaged hair. Hair is shiny and easy to comb.

Monoi de Tahiti has a beneficial effect on hair, clearly higher than some other vegetable oils. The film-coating and lubricating effect of Monoi de Tahiti gives softness and shininess to hair and eases hairdressing. It beautifies hair and protects it against external aggressions. Hair damaged and dried by environmental recovers its vitality. The Monoi de Tahiti is particularly indicated for a damaged and tired hair product.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24 months

Storage and Handling

To be stored in hermetically closed vessels at a temperature between 10°C and 25°C, and protected from direct light and humidity.