How to Use Cacay Oil in Your Skincare Routine (Step-by-Step Guide)
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How to Use Cacay Oil — The Direct Answer
Apply 2–4 drops of cacay oil as the final step of your routine, on top of your moisturizer — morning, evening, or both. Press gently into face, neck, and décolleté. A facial oil is occlusive: its job is to seal in everything underneath it, which is why it goes last rather than first.
The oil in this guide is Tacay Cacay Oil — 100% cold-pressed, two ingredients, $49.99.
How to Use Cacay Oil on Your Face (Step-by-Step)
- Cleanse: Start with clean skin.
- Treat and moisturize: Apply your serum and then your facial cream to slightly damp skin.
- Dispense: Place 2–4 drops of cacay oil onto your fingertips.
- Warm: Rub palms together gently for 5 seconds.
- Press & pat: Press into face, neck, and décolleté using gentle upward motions. Do not rub.
- Let it settle: 30–60 seconds and it is fully absorbed — no shine, no residue.
Morning Routine with Cacay Oil
- Gentle cleanser
- Hydrating toner (optional)
- Tacay Naturals Hydrating Facial Cream
- 1–2 drops Cacay Oil — go light in the morning
- SPF 30+ sunscreen
Evening Routine with Cacay Oil
- Double cleanse (oil cleanser + foam)
- Toner or essence
- Tacay Naturals Hydrating Facial Cream
- 3–4 drops Cacay Oil — apply more generously at night
- Eye cream (optional)
How to Use Cacay Oil for Hair and Scalp
- Split ends (daily): 1–2 drops on dry ends only.
- Frizz control (daily): 1 drop through damp hair before styling.
- Scalp treatment (weekly): 4–6 drops massaged into scalp, left 30–45 min before shampooing.
- Deep conditioning mask (weekly): Apply generously root to tip, leave 1–2 hours, shampoo twice.
The full method is in our guide to cacay oil for hair and scalp.
How to Use Cacay Oil for Body
Apply immediately after showering to slightly damp skin. Massage in circular motions until fully absorbed. For intensive winter treatment, use the Tacay Naturals Hydrating Body Butter first and press a few drops of oil over the driest areas — elbows, knees, heels.
How to Store Cacay Oil Correctly
- Store in a cool, dark location — a bedroom cabinet or drawer is ideal.
- Avoid the bathroom — steam degrades the oil's active compounds.
- Keep the cap tightly sealed after each use to prevent oxidation.
- Optimal temperature: 60–72°F (15–22°C).
- Shelf life: 12–18 months when stored correctly.
The oil in this guide
Tacay Cacay Oil — $49.99
100% cold-pressed Colombian cacay oil. Two ingredients — cacay seed oil and vitamin E. Absorbs in seconds, no greasy finish. About three months per bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I apply cacay oil before or after moisturizer?
After. Facial oils are occlusive — they seal moisture in. A moisturizer applied on top of oil has to fight through that seal, while an oil applied on top of cream locks the cream's water and humectants into the skin. Oil goes last, before sunscreen in the morning.
How many drops of cacay oil should I use?
For the face: 2–4 drops per application, less in the morning and more at night. For the body or hair: use more generously as needed. Cacay oil spreads easily and absorbs quickly, so start low.
Can I use cacay oil under makeup?
Yes. Use one drop in the morning, wait a minute for full absorption, then apply makeup as usual. It creates a smooth base and does not pill under foundation.
How to store cacay oil correctly?
Store in a cool, dark cabinet away from heat and steam. Avoid bathroom storage. Keep cap tightly closed. Shelf life is 12–18 months from opening.