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Organic Cold Pressed Kukui Nut Oil | Aleurites Moluccanus
Organic Cold Pressed Kukui Nut Oil | Aleurites Moluccanus
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Organic Cold Pressed Kukui Nut Oil is a beautifully light botanical oil valued for its silky texture, elegant skin feel, and naturally conditioning character. Pressed from the nuts of Aleurites moluccanus, this distinctive oil is especially appreciated in premium skin and hair care for the way it delivers softness and comfort while maintaining a smooth, non-heavy finish.
Its texture feels fluid, refined, and easy to absorb, making it especially well suited for facial oils, body oils, serums, scalp care, massage blends, and lightweight hair treatments. In skin care, Kukui Nut Oil helps create formulations that feel supple, soft, and balanced without excessive heaviness. In hair care, it contributes smoothness, softness, and a light conditioning touch that works beautifully in products intended for dry, fragile, or dull-looking hair.
Because it is cold pressed, the oil retains a more natural botanical character and a more authentic sensory profile, making it appealing for formulators seeking minimally processed ingredients with a premium story. Its light elegance and versatility make it an excellent choice for luxury apothecary concepts, modern botanical skincare, hair serums, and restorative body formulations.
Organic Cold Pressed Kukui Nut Oil blends beautifully with other botanical oils, CO2 extracts, and aromatic ingredients, making it a valuable addition to premium formulations where a silky, lightweight, and refined oil is desired.
Specifications of Kukui Nut Carrier Oil
- Botanical Name: Aleurites Moluccana.
- Family Name: Euphorbiaceae.
- Common Name: Kukui Nut, Candlenut.
- INCI: Aleurites Moluccana {Kukui} nut oil.
- Part Used: Nuts.
- Extraction Method: Cold-Pressed. Unrefined.
- Scent: Soft, mild, nutty, and gently fatty with a smooth natural oil character.
- Appearance: Liquid.
- Country of Origin: United States.
- Recommended Usage Levels: 1% – 100%, depending on formulation type and concentration.
- Facial oils and serums.
- Hair and scalp treatments.
- Body oils and balms.
- Botanical skincare formulations.
Applications in Skincare:
1. Facial Oils & Serums
- Ideal base for calming and barrier-repair formulas.
- Helps reduce redness and irritation.
- Suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types.
2. Moisturizers & Creams
- Enhances hydration without heaviness.
- Improves skin softness and elasticity.
- Works well in tallow-based creams and emulsions.
3. Cleansing Oils
- Gently dissolves makeup and impurities.
-Does not strip the skin.
- Perfect for double cleaning systems.
4. Anti-Aging Treatments
- Rich in antioxidants → helps reduce signs of aging.
- Supports skin firmness and smooth texture.
- Ideal for night repair formulations.
5. Body Oils & Massage Blends
- Lightweight glide without being overly oily.
- Soothes dry or irritated skin.
- Suitable for daily body care.
6. Sensitive & Problem Skin Care
- Helps calm inflammation (rosacea-prone, irritated skin).
- Low comedogenic risk.
- Good for acne-prone yet sensitive skin.
7. After-Sun & Repair Products
- Supports recovery from sun exposure
- Helps reduce dryness and discomfort
8. Lip Care & Balms
- Softens and protects delicate skin
- Adds smooth texture to lip formulations
Safety
Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
- Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
- Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
- Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.