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Açaí Oil

Açaí oil is a lightweight, nutrient-rich oil extracted from the berries of the açaí palm. Popular in clean beauty, it is prized for its high antioxidant content and excellent moisturising properties. It is commonly found in facial oils, serums, hair treatments and body butters.

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How it works in skincare

In skincare and haircare formulations, açaí oil functions as an emollient and antioxidant ingredient. It helps to soften and smooth the skin while forming a light protective barrier that reduces moisture loss. Its natural fatty acids and polyphenols work to condition hair, improve manageability and add shine without weighing it down.

Key benefits

  • Deeply moisturises dry skin
  • Helps protect against free radical damage
  • Improves skin softness and elasticity
  • Conditions and smooths dry or frizzy hair
  • Adds natural shine to hair
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture

Best for

dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, dull skin

Where it comes from

Açaí oil is cold-pressed from the pulp of the small, dark purple berries of the Euterpe oleracea palm, native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Products with Açaí Oil

Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Açaí Oil than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.

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