Clear pale yellow oil with a slight odour.
| INCI Nomenclature | INCI Nomenclature: Aleurites moluccana (Kukui) Nut Oil. |
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| Uses | The oil has a reputation as a moisturiser for soothing dry skin and alleviating the symptoms of psoriasis, properties that ensure kukui nut oil has a place in many bodycare preparations. Kukui nut oil is known as a purgative and has been used like castor oil. |
| Extraction | Cold pressed and refined from the nut of Aleurites moluccana. |
| Source | The kukui nut tree is widely distributed in both new and old world tropics. |
| Key Properties | Very good emmolient properties and highly penetrating to the skin. Dries extremely well without leaving any apparent greasyness. |
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile | 16:0 Palmitic 5.5% |