Kukuinut Oil
The Kukuinut tree (Aleurites moluccana (L.) Wild.) belongs to the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae) and is endemic to Hawaii, Polynesia, southern Asia, Australia and Sri Lanka. The flowers are white to pink or red, from which the dark green fruit evolve. The hard shell encases two hart, stone-like nuts, which are pressed to produce the oil. Today, the Kukuinut tree is cultivated, inter alia, in Australia and Indonesia.
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High unsaturated fatty acid content
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High in alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3)
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Moisturizing
This product has the following features:
- High concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids
- Predominant fatty acids are essential linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3, C18:3) as well as oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1).
Cosmetics
- Kukuinut Oil absorbs into the skin quickly and supports the natural skin structure.
- Because it is high in linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2), Pistachionut Oil contributes to ceramide synthesis and consequently to regenerative processes in the skin. This improves the skin’s ability to retain water, thus reducing Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL).
- Alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3, C18:3) has a fluidizing effect on skin cell membranes and is a harmonising moisturizer.
- Kukuinut Oil is a valuable ingredient in personal care products, such as body oils, facial oils, creams and hair care products.
Healthcare
- Can support the treatment of skin barrier disorders and help reduce Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL)
