What it is
Cyperus Esculentus Root Oil, commonly known as tiger nut oil, is a fatty oil expressed from the tubers of the chufa sedge plant. It is rich in oleic acid and used in cosmetics as an emollient that softens, smooths, and conditions the skin. It is valued for a relatively light, non-tacky skin feel within oil-based and sun care formulas.
Safety & warnings
Tiger nut oil is generally well tolerated and is not a recognized fragrance allergen. Because it is an oleic-acid-rich plant oil, very oil-prone or breakout-prone users may prefer lighter alternatives, though it is not regarded as strongly comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; a fixed (fatty) oil obtained from the tubers of the tiger nut sedge, Cyperus esculentus.
Questions everyone asks
What is tiger nut oil?
It is an emollient oil pressed from tiger nut tubers (Cyperus esculentus) and used to soften and condition the skin.
Is tiger nut oil heavy on the skin?
It is considered a relatively light, smoothing plant oil, though oil-prone skin may still prefer lighter alternatives.