Macadamia Nut Oil
Macadamia Nut Oil
Macadamia oil is rich in fatty acids and potassium. Its concentration of palmitoleic acid, in particular, makes it an ideal moisturiser.
Macadamia is a highly emollient oil, beneficial to all dry and ageing skin, promoting skin suppleness. It is a source of squalene which is an antioxidant that reduces oxidative stress, thus preventing wrinkles and bolstering your skin’s protection from environmental toxins and UV damage.
Macadamia oil contains approximately 60% oleic acid, 19% palmitoleic acid, 1-3% linoleic acid and 1-2% α-linolenic acid. Some varieties contain roughly equal omega-6 and omega-3. It is also contains tocopherols and tocotrienols and a rare source of squalene.
May cause allergic reactions to those susceptible to tree nut allergies
Low sensitivity score; suitable for all skin types.
For centuries, the Aborigines produced macadamia nut oil, which they used for skin care as well as consuming for health.
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