Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil
INCI: MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA SEED OIL (CURRENT PREFERRED INCI; HISTORICALLY LISTED AS MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA NUT OIL)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Tree nut allergen - individuals with macadamia or broader tree nut allergies should avoid; comedogenicity rating is low (~2); oxidative stability is moderate (benefits from antioxidant addition). High oleic acid content (50-67%); uniquely high palmitoleic acid (12-25%) giving a "cushiony" skin feel; excellent absorption; mimics the lipid profile of human sebum; golden yellow color; ideal for dry skin formulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil safe in cosmetics?
Tree nut allergen - individuals with macadamia or broader tree nut allergies should avoid; comedogenicity rating is low (~2); oxidative stability is moderate (benefits from antioxidant addition). High oleic acid content (50-67%); uniquely high palmitoleic acid (12-25%) giving a "cushiony" skin feel; excellent absorption; mimics the lipid profile of human sebum; golden yellow color; ideal for dry skin formulations The EU classifies Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil allowed in the EU?
Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil do in cosmetics?
Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 438545-25-6 / 159518-86-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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