Sacha inchi extract is derived from the seeds of the plukenetia volubilis, or sacha inchi plant, which is native to the Amazon rainforest. The sacha inchi plant is a climbing vine that produces small, greenish-white flowers and edible fruits that resemble acorns. The seeds of the plant are rich in nutrients, including protein, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants.
One of the main benefits of sacha inchi seed extract is that it contains natural peptides. Peptides are small chains of amino acids that are the building blocks of proteins and are found in all tissues of the body, including the skin. Peptides play a vital role in the structure and function of the skin including keeping the skin firm and elastic as well as working to repair damage to the skin.
Sacha inchi seed extract is also a rich source of antioxidants which help to neutralize free radicals and protect the skin from their damaging effects. The extract is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids that help to reduce inflammation, moisturize, and smooth skin.
Sacha inchi seed extract can be found in our day+night renewing face cream and our day+night renewing serum.