Anacardium occidentale (Cashew) seed oil
AKA “Cashew Seed Oil”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Anacardium occidentale (Cashew) seed oil
AKA: Cashew Seed Oil
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
8007-24-7
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to India, West Africa. Derived from cashew seeds of *Anacardium occidentale*, a tropical tree native to West Africa and now cultivated in India. Cold-pressed or solvent-extracted from the seeds to obtain the oil.
Plant Source
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant
Benefits
Conditions Skin
Locks In Moisture
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
The cashew tree is native to Brazil and was used by indigenous peoples for centuries. The oil was traditionally used for skin conditioning and wound healing in pre-Columbian and colonial South American practices.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Cashew)
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR