- INCI Name:Gevuina Avellana Oil
- Functions:Moisturizing Agent
- Ingredient Origin:Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin
- Labeling Claims:Plant-Based, Organic, Non-GMO
- Certifications & Compliance:USDA Certified, Organic Certified
- Benefit Claims:Moisturizing
The Gevuina avellana tree is a beautiful evergreen tree that is native to regions of Chile and Argentina. The tree can reach up to 20 meters tall and bears small nuts, similar to those of the macadamia tree. Gevuina nuts (hazelnuts) consist of approximately 12% protein and 50% oil and are also rich in vitamins, minerals, lipids, sterols and antioxidants.