Macadamia Nut Oil

Macadamia nut oil is produced by pressing the nuts of a plant that is the native of Australia – the Macadamia tree. This tree is an evergreen tree growing up to a height of 2-12 meters. Only two of its species are used in the production of Macadamia nut oil. Apart from Australia, Hawaii is another center of production of Macadamia nuts and Macadamia nut oil. It is also produced in Brazil, California, Costa Rica, Kenya, Bolivia, New Zealand, Malawi and Colombia. In the next few paragraphs, we discuss the uses and advantages of the Macadamia nut oil. Later we talk about how to order it online.

Uses of the Macadamia Nut Oil

Macadamia oil is in the liquid state at room temperature; has an odor of macadamia nuts, and clarity that is close to transparent with a amber hue. With low polyunsaturated fat content, it is rich in monounsaturated fat, some of which are found in the following ratio: 60% oleic acid, 1-3% Linoleic acid, 19% palmitoleic acid and 1-2% Linolenic acid.   

Cuisine

Macadamia nut oil has become very popular in Australian cuisine in recent times. With its high heat capacity, it is excellent frying oil. Its monounsaturated fat content is close to 85%, which marks it as a healthy alternative to oils rich in polyunsaturated fats. It can be stored unrefrigerated for up to 2 years, which lends itself to a longer shelf life. With a smoke point higher than 425 degrees Fahrenheit, it has a smoke point higher than even olive oil. This makes many chefs the world over prefer it as a frying oil.

Skin Care

Macadamia nut oil is also widely used in cosmetics, usually as an emollient. It contains Palmitoleic acid, which resembles the sebum found in human skin. Using macadamia nut oil then promotes elasticity and softness in the skin. That macadamia oil is easily absorbed by the skin helps in this too.

Hair Care

Macadamia nut oil is also used in hair care products. The macadamia oil is known to rejuvenate dull and dead hair, by getting absorbed faster and deeper than just about any hair product. Its resemblance to natural oils, including sebum, means that it is especially suited for human skin and hair application.

Buying Macadamia Nut Oil Online      

There are a number of online sites that home deliver macadamia nut oil. One of the easiest places to shop for it is Amazon. There you can get Macadamia oil for cuisine, skin or hair, depending on your requirements.  With E-bay, you can get Macadamia hair oil at reasonable prices and that too closer to your home too. That is because the resellers who sell products on that site are spread all over the country, and you can search for them using distance from your home.
Macadamia nut oil is one of the most useful finds from the Australian continent. With its popularity steadily growing, this oil is part of people’s lives much as olive oil is part of Mediterranean lifestyle and cuisine. With its health benefits, you could hardly wish for a better choice.

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