Macadamia Oil Refined

Macadamia nut oil is a versatile carrier oil with applications ranging from culinary to cosmetics. With a higher concentration of monounsaturated fatty acids, primarily palmitoleic and oleic, macadamia nut oil has a higher resistance to oxidation as well as a relatively higher smoke point.

Extraction: Solvent Extracted, Clear Light Yellow-Green. Odorless
Refined, Bleached, Deodorized (RBD)

Macadamia oil is cold pressed from the nuts of the Macadamia nut tree and this tree is predominately found in Hawaii where the nut is actually allowed to fall from the tree and then husked.  The is a pale yellow almost colorless refined vegetable oil that is light, non-greasy and easy absorbed into the skin and hair shaft. It has a slight nutty flavor and one of the highest sources of essential fatty acids. 

According to the USDA nutrient database, macadamia nut oil has calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, sodium, and even copper. For fatty acids it contains  stearic, palmitoleic, oleic, and linoleic with palmitoleic and oleic having higher concentrations. What does this laundry list of components add up to? It totals a favorite oil for skin and hair because of its high fatty acid and nutrient composition.

Macadamia oil is used in cosmetics and skin care because it is nutritive, reconstructive, and hydrating. Squalene is a naturally occurring antioxidant in Macadamia oil that helps to reduce the oxidative stress on our skin and scalp by preventing loss of moisture. The fatty acid content is the real winner for skin and hair. Those fatty acids help to add shine, strengthen, and nourish the hair follicles, which in turn fight off hair loss and brittle strands.

Macadamia oil is great for calming the hair of frizz, tangles, and dullness. This lightweight, non-greasy nutty oil adds shine and vitality to your strands while coating your ends and keeping your scalp moisturized. An overall beauty oil for scalp, skin and hair, macadamia oil has been a staple for years because it can produce positive results. From hot oil treatments to scalp massages, this oil is here to stay as a favorite with its potent composition and lightweight nature.

Beauty and hair brands have been loving and utilizing the powers of this natural oil for years. Several curly, coily, and wavy girl friendly products have macadamia oil in their ingredient list to help moisturize, add shine, and healthier strands.