MACADAMIA NUT OIL - Australia
Macadamia ternfolia `Grown on Bundjalung land
Native to Australia, Macadamia Oil is a sweet, nutty carrier oil.
Of all the plant oils, Macadamia Oil has the highest content of Palmitoleic acid (20%), a fatty acid brilliant in skincare. Its anti-microbial agent is fantastic for protecting the skin with wounds, for its anti-inflammatory benefits & the squalene and oleic acid assists with cell regeneration, chapping & weather damage.
Benefits:
Dry, sensitive skin; retains moisture, regenerates skin.
Recommended Use:
Face night time blends; body & massage oils; soap making.
Care Instructions:
Our Macadamia Oil is not Food Grade. Warning allergies - contains Nut.
Information on the traditional uses and properties are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before use.
Easy Recipe:
Lip Repair Balm
No matter where you live, our lips are one of the first to show signs of damage & dehydration. Regular lip care will keep your smile from cracking & ready for another day of generosity.
Equipment:
50g Jar Sterilised (*sterilisation methods)
Bain Marie or Double Boiler. can simply use a pyrex jug or bowl in a small pot.
Mixing spoon or heatproof stirrer.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp Macadamia Nut Oil
2 tbsp Shea Butter
15g Beeswax or vegan option please use Candelilla Wax
3-4 drops of Rose Essential Oil or other essential oil suitable for lips.
Method:
Combine all the ingredients, except for essential oil, in the top part of a double boiler and melt over a simmering heat. When completely melted, take off heat & as blend cools add your essential oil. Pour into little pots and allow to set and cool before sealing.