Macadamia Nut Oil Uses for Skin

Macadamia nut oil is an excellent natural product particularly beneficial for improving skin condition. This vitamin-rich oil is high in good fatty acids, which allows it to smooth and soothe all types of skin.

Moisturizing

Macadamia nut oil has a high content of palmitoleic acid, a fatty acid that is similar to the skin's sebum, which tends to decrease naturally with aging. Using macadamia nut oil can help fight the dryness as a natural moisturizer and is absorbed by the skin quickly.

Toning

Like olive oil, macadamia nut oil is rich with antioxidants and is especially high in vitamin E. Vitamin E improves the appearance of scars, tones the skin and prevents stretch marks.

Lip Service

Macadamia nut oil can be used as an excellent lip soother. Because it is so similar to the oil produced by the skin's sebaceous glands, macadamia nut oil both soothes and protects the skin.

Exfoliation

When used as a carrier oil in creating a body scrub, macadamia nut oil also provides many benefits in exfoliation. Mixing the oil with essential oils for fragrance and a natural exfoliant (brown sugar, salt, etc.) creates a product that keeps skin clear.

Massage

Macadamia nut oil's skin benefits make it a natural massage oil. It can be heated and mixed with fragrant oil to individual preference.

References

• "The Encyclpedia of Healing Food;" Michael Murray N.D.; 2005
• Oils By Nature