Macadamia

INCI: Macadamia Ternifolia

Origin: Kenya / South Africa / Australia / Mexico / Guatemala

Smell: Weak aroma

Color: Clear / light yellow

Where does that stuff come from?

Macadamia is a genus of plants in the silver tree family.
Macadamia species grow as trees, sometimes with several trunks and, depending on the species, reach heights of 6 to 18 meters.
It is best known for the fruit of the two species Macadamia integrifolia and Macadamia tetraphylla, the seeds of which are called macadamia nuts.
The oil is extracted from the nut and then refined and deodorized.

What can this stuff do?

This oil is rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants; it is moisturizing and nourishing.
Contains the fatty acids omega-7 and omega-9.
A light, nutty oil that is absorbed quickly without leaving a greasy feeling on the skin.
Macadamia nut oil also contains palmitoleic acid (omega-7), which has a similar composition to the skin sebum naturally produced by our skin.
The supply of palmitoleic acid to our skin decreases with age; By using macadamia nut oil, you can increase the amount of this essential fatty acid.
Palmitoleic acid is an antioxidant that helps fight free radicals, making the oil the ideal choice for mature skin.
Macadamia nut oil provides intensive moisture, revitalizes the skin and makes it soft. So it is the perfect choice for dry skin.
It quickly penetrates the top layer of skin, making it ideal for anyone who wants a facial oil that doesn’t stay on the skin for too long.
Macadamia nut oil is an excellent emollient (softens the skin) that is quickly absorbed into the skin without leaving a greasy feeling on the skin.
It traps moisture and the skin stays moisturized and feels well cared for.
Macadamia nut oil is a great oil for hair care.
The essential fatty acids nourish the hair and give it shine.
The oil lies over the strands of hair, keeps moisture out and prevents frizzy hair.
It can be used as a nourishing hair treatment or applied before styling to smooth hair and give it shine.
The nutty-smelling oil is not comedogenic (value 2) and can be used for brittle, dry and sensitive skin.
Macadamia nut oil provides a lot of moisture and is therefore suitable for the care of the skin, hair and scalp.