Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Product Description

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is a premium botanical oil valued for its balanced fatty acid profile and elegant skin feel. Rich in palmitoleic acid and naturally occurring lipids, it is widely used in skincare, body care, hair care, and lip care formulations.

The oil delivers excellent spreadability with a light, cushioned after-feel, making it a popular choice for formulations focused on long-lasting moisturization and barrier support. It integrates easily into emulsions, facial oils, balms, and anhydrous systems.

Its combination of sensory performance and lipid compatibility makes it particularly suitable for modern moisturizing and barrier-focused formulations.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
• CAS No.: 128497-20-1
• Appearance: Clear pale yellow to golden yellow liquid
• Odor: Mild characteristic nutty odor
• Solubility: Oil-soluble
• Active Type: Botanical carrier oil
• Key Components: Palmitoleic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, phytosterols
• Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct light

Key Benefits & Applications

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is primarily used to improve moisturization, barrier support, and sensory performance in cosmetic formulations.

• Deep Hydration: Helps maintain skin moisture and improves softness
• Long-Lasting Moisturization: Supports sustained emolliency and reduced moisture loss
• Barrier Support: Contributes to lipid replenishment in moisturizing formulations
• Soothing & Calming: Provides a comfortable and nourishing skin feel
• Skin Barrier Repair: Helps support skin barrier integrity and promotes a healthy moisture barrier in daily skincare formulations
• Technical Applications: Facial oils, creams, lotions, balms, lip care, body care, and hair conditioning products

Formulation Guidelines

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is typically incorporated into the oil phase of emulsions or used directly in anhydrous formulations. Its excellent oxidative profile and elegant sensory character make it suitable for a wide range of skincare systems.

• Recommended Use Level: 1–20%
• Compatibility: Works with vegetable oils, esters, butters, silicones, emulsifiers, and oil-soluble actives
• Processing Suggestion: Add during the oil phase and avoid excessive heat exposure during processing
• Formula Style: Suitable for creams, lotions, facial oils, balms, lip products, and hair care formulations
• Synergy: Combine with Squalane for a lighter sensory profile and enhanced moisturization