Macadamia Nut Oil

Macadamia nuts grow on macadamia trees, which are native to Australia. Similarly to olive oil, macadamia oil is a liquid at room temperature. People use this oil in cooking and health and beauty applications.

Macadamia oil is rich in nutrients, including healthful fatty acids and potassium. For this reason, many people believe that macadamia oil has a range of health benefits.

Benefit of macadamia oil

• Skin Application

Macadamia oil is an ingredient in many skin care products, but can a person also apply the pure oil directly to the skin.

Benefits of applying macadamia oil to the skin. These benefits include moisturization and the prevention of wrinkles and skin damage.

The vitamin E present in macadamia oil has many properties that may benefit a person’s skin. For example, it absorbs easily, making it a good moisturizer for very dry skin.

However, be aware that applying macadamia oil directly to the skin may clog pores and lead to breakouts of acne.

• Natural Hair Conditioner

Many people use  macadamia oil to strengthen and condition their hair.

A person can take a small amount of the oil and rub it directly into their hair. It is generally best to let the oil soak into the hair for a short amount of time before rinsing out the excess.

Benefits

• Strengthen hair
• Smooth hair
• Add shine
• Make hair more manageable

Note:
Macadamia oil is generally safe to use in both cooking and on the hair and skin. However, people with nut allergies should avoid using macadamia oil.