Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
Family
Proteaceae (Protea family)
Plant Part
Nut
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
438545-25-6, 159518-86-2
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Australia. Derived from the nuts of Macadamia integrifolia, a tree in the Proteaceae family native to Australia. Oil is extracted through cold-pressing or solvent extraction of the macadamia nuts.
Plant Source
Proteaceae (Protea family)
Plant Part
Nut
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant
Benefits
Skin Conditioning
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Traditional Use
Traditionally used by Aboriginal Australians as a food and skin conditioning agent for centuries. Modern cosmetic adoption began in the 1980s after recognition of its high oleic acid content and skin compatibility.