Walnut oil, NZ
01208
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Description
Walnut oil, NZ
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INCI |
Juglans regia |
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Certification |
Conventional |
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Appearance |
Pale yellow liquid |
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Extraction method |
Cold pressed |
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Refinement |
Virgin |
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Purity |
100% |
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Origin |
New Zealand |
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Usage rate |
Up to 100% |
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Typical fatty acid profile |
Linoleic: 49 - 58% |
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Absorption rate |
Average |
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Comedogenic rating |
1-2 |
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Skin type recommended |
Most skin types |
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Vegan |
Yes |
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Palm oil |
No |
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Animal tested |
No |
Rich in antioxidants, melatonin, omega 3, 6 and 9, and phytonutrients, walnut oil is said to help reduce skin pigmentation and scarring and help protect the skin from free radical damage. Also said to be great for hair growth and strength this is an excellent ingredient to include in hair products. Average absorption rate means it can be used day or night depending on what other oils you blend with it.
All our products are for external use.
Recipe
Rich walnut oil cream
Water Phase
200g water
10g glycerin
Oil Phase
15g walnut oil
15g emulsifier O
10g shea butter
Last Phase
2g Geogard 221
few drops essential oil
Method
1. Heat Water Phase until 65°C.
2. Heat Oil Phase until melted, then cool to 65°C.
3. Combine the two phases and blend intermittently with a stick blender until thick.
4. Add Last Phase and blend in.
5. Spoon into pots.