Skin benefits of Macadamia Nut Oil
Here is the first article part of our Healthy Monday Initiative.
I personally am a huge fan of natural health products not only because of their many benefits on our body and mental health but also because when we use them there are almost no side effects.
!!! It is very important to check yourself first in case you have any allergies towards the specific product. You can use a patch test on your inner wrist or elbow to see if it’s safe for you to use it– if you notice any burning, itching or skin irritation, do not use macadamia nut oil on your body.
It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.
What is Macadamia Nut Oil?
You may be familiar with macadamia nuts, which are one of the most popular varieties of nuts, due to their rich flavor and high nutrient profile. However, what’s even more valuable is the macadamia nut oil that can be extracted from these nuts for a number of uses. Macadamia nut oil is rich in powerful antioxidants, fatty acids, vitamins and other nutrients that make it a superfood for your health and beauty. It’s one of the best natural oils for the skin & a great carrier oil for essential oils with its medium-thin consistency. Macadamia nut oil is clear to slightly amber in color and retains a slightly nutty flavor.
Let’s take a look at its skin benefits.
Gently Cleanses Skin
Macadamia nut oil has a relatively light consistency, compared to most oils such as olive oil, so it can be used as the base oil or one of the base oils in your oil cleansing routine! It works well in purifying skin of all types including acne prone skin.
Helps Fade Scars
Here, all the three fatty acids: linoleic, oleic and palmitoleic play a major role. Oils extracted from macadamia contain omega 7 or palmitoleic acid, which is beneficial for wound healing, wounds, scratches and burns.
Fights Acne
Since it penetrates easily into the skin without leaving a greasy feel, macadamia nut oil can be used to moisturizes acne prone skin. It is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic oil.
Prevents Wrinkles & Fine Lines
The high amount of palmitoleic acid in macadamia nut oil offers great anti-aging skin benefits. The shell in which it is housed and added to the oil is rich in naturally occurring vitamin E.
Balances Oily Skin
By regulating sebum production, macadamia nut oil helps balance and control oily skin.
It contains omega 6 linoleic acid which is useful for balancing sebum production in oily skin and creates a natural protective barrier.
Softens Rough Patches
Linoleic acid in macadamia nut oil is the real gem for moisturizing skin and keeping it soft and supple. It contains squalene and oleic acid that assists with cell regeneration, making this oil particularly useful for dry or chapped skin as it softens and moisturises.
You can look in the mirror and find a million things wrong with yourself. Or you can look in the mirror and think, 'I feel good, I have my health, and I'm so blessed.' That's the way I choose to look at it.