Description
Guava is a small evergreen tree of the myrtle family, native to tropical America and now grown widely in India, Brazil and Mexico. Its round fruit has a centre packed with small, stone-hard seeds. Much of the crop goes to pulp, juice, jam and guava paste factories, where the seeds are sieved out, washed and dried before being pressed. Guava seed oil is pale yellow with a light, faintly fruity smell. It is often above 70 percent linoleic acid and absorbs quickly with a light feel.
Details
| Botanical name | Psidium guajava (guava) |
|---|---|
| Origin | India, Brazil, tropics |
| Part used | Seed |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Texture | Light, fast-absorbing |
| Size | 3.4oz (100ml) |
| Ingredients | 100% Psidium guajava seed oil |
Why supply is limited: guava seeds are small, very hard and hold only 10 to 15 percent oil, and collecting them depends on fruit-processing plants.
How to use
- Face: press 2 to 3 drops into clean skin.
- Body: smooth over damp skin after bathing.
- Hair: rub 2 to 3 drops through the ends.
Patch test on the inner arm before first use. Keep away from the eyes. Store somewhere cool and dark with the cap closed.
FAQs
Is it suitable for oily-feeling skin?
It is light and absorbs quickly, which is why it is often used in blends for oily-feeling skin. Patch test first.
What does it smell like?
A light, faintly fruity smell.
Where do the seeds come from?
They are a by-product of guava pulp and juice making.
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