DESCRIPTION: Macadamia nut oil is a cold-pressed oil from macadamia seeds. It offers nourishing and repairing properties. It also penetrates faster than most natural oils with a light and dry after-feel.
In formulations, it has excellent oxidative stability with good performance in skincare. It conditions the skin and protects it from water loss. It replenishes.
It is rich in palmitoleic acid which is useful in treating skin disorders such as hyperpigmentation and inflammatory conditions. Palmitoleic acid is the same fatty acid that the sebaceous glands in our skin produce. It has skin-softening, soothing, and youth-promoting properties. It enhances the skin’s barrier protection properties. It reduces eczema and acne conditions.
In haircare, it smoothens the skin, and makes it look shinier and stronger. It helps combat frizz and flyways.
FEATURES
- A light and dry after-feel
- Emollient with a cushiony feel in emulsions
- Fast penetrating
- Not easily rancid – good oxidative stability
- Contains palmitoleic, oleic, linoleic and linoleic acids
- Nourishing and repairing
- Deeply nourishing and hydrating
APPLICATIONS: In serums, lotions, creams, conditioners, butters, masks, etc
HOW TO USE
INCI: Macadamia Ternifolia Seed oil
Solubility: Oil Phase
Use Rate: 1.0 – 10.00% (up to 100%)
Temperature Tolerance: For emulsion stability purposes, add to heated oil-phase. Avoid temperatures above 80°C. Do not extend heating. Otherwise, keep below 60°C.
pH Stability: Independent
Appearance: Yellowish oily liquid
Comedogenic rating: 2 – 3.
Assay: 100%
Storage: Store in a cool, dark, and dry place.
This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations. As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally. Treasure Actives is not responsible for product compatibility. We advise everyone to test ingredients for performance, compatibility, and safety prior to committing to larger quantities. Keep all products out of reach of children. For more information, please see our terms and conditions page.
