INCI name

MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL

Macadamia oil

An oil pressed from macadamia nuts.

What it is

Macadamia ternifolia seed oil is obtained from macadamia nuts. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, including palmitoleic acid, and acts as an emollient.

Where it is used

Facial and body oils, creams and hair care.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

People with nut allergies should note that the INCI name identifies the nut source.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (279)

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