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MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL

CAS Number 128497-20-1 / 129811-19-4
COSING REF No: 77513
MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is a natural oil that is used in a range of personal care and cosmetic formulations. It has emollient and moisturizing properties due to its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids, specifically oleic and palmitoleic acids. Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is a light, non-greasy oil that is readily absorbed by the surface of the skin. It also has antioxidant properties that help to protect the skin from environmental stressors. Further, this ingredient also effectively treats dry and damaged hair. The chemical formula of Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is C8H18O2.

What is MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL used for?

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is a popular ingredient in many personal care and cosmetic products due to its moisturizing and nourishing properties. In skin care products like moisturizers, lotions, and creams, it works to smooth the skin and improve its elasticity, thus helping with the reduction of visible wrinkles. Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is also used in hair care products to improve the texture of the shafts and repair damage. This oil is incredibly light and glides over smoothly without being greasy. This makes it a good choice for makeup products like makeup and lipstick.

Origin

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is made by cold-pressing the nuts of the macadamia tree. The nuts are mechanically crushed to extract the oil, which is then filtered to remove any impurities. The oil is later refined, bleached, and deodorized to create a clear, odorless oil that is suitable for use in personal care and cosmetic products.

What does MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL do in a formulation?

  • Emollient
  • Moisturising

Safety profile

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is non-toxic and safe for use in personal care and cosmetics - there have been no reports of adverse effects associated with this ingredient. However, it is essential to use it according to the recommended guidelines and avoid excessive or prolonged exposure. Even though it is well tolerated by all the skin types, a patch test is recommended for sensitive skin.

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Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 250-280°C
Melting Point -8 to -1°C
pH 6.0-7.0
Solubility Insoluble in water
Viscosity Low to medium
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