Cold-pressed from macadamia nuts — the premium Omega-7 carrier oil. With the highest palmitoleic acid content (16–22%) of any common carrier oil — a skin-identical fatty acid that depletes with age — macadamia oil is uniquely suited for mature skin anti-ageing formulations and the most luxurious natural skin feel.
Macadamia Nut Oil (Macadamia ternifolia) is cold-pressed from macadamia nuts and contains the highest palmitoleic acid (Omega-7) content of any commonly available carrier oil at 16–22%. Palmitoleic acid is a skin-identical fatty acid — it is naturally present in healthy young skin at significant levels but depletes progressively with age. This makes macadamia oil uniquely relevant for mature skin anti-ageing formulations.
Beyond its palmitoleic acid content, macadamia oil has a very rich, nourishing skin feel, exceptional oxidative stability (comparable to olive oil), and a characteristic nutty aroma in unrefined grade. SV Botanica supplies both cold-pressed unrefined and refined cosmetic grades with full fatty acid profile certified.
Palmitoleic acid is skin-identical — depletes with age. Topical replenishment supports cell membrane integrity, skin suppleness, and reduction of age-related skin changes.
Very high oleic + palmitoleic combined with natural tocopherols gives macadamia oil exceptional oxidative stability — 18–24 months without added antioxidants.
The richest skin feel of the stable premium carrier oils — deeply nourishing for very dry, aged, and environmentally-stressed skin.
Palmitoleic acid and rich oleic content deeply penetrate hair shafts — particularly effective for dry, mature, and chemically damaged hair.
Macadamia oil's dual high-oleic/high-palmitoleic profile is unique among commonly available carrier oils:
| Oleic Acid (C18:1) | 55–65% — emolliency, penetration, stability |
| Palmitoleic Acid (C16:1 Ω7) | 16–22% — skin-identical FA; mature skin, anti-ageing |
| Palmitic Acid (C16:0) | 8–10% — saturated emollient |
| Stearic Acid (C18:0) | 2–5% — minor saturated FA |
| Tocopherols | ~400 mg/kg — natural antioxidant |
| Squalene | ~0.3% — skin smoothing |
| Phytosterols | Beta-sitosterol — anti-inflammatory |
Macadamia oil has the highest palmitoleic acid of any common carrier — compare it to the other Omega-7-rich oils:
| Oil | Palmitoleic (Ω7) | Skin Feel | Best Known For |
| Macadamia Oil ★ | 16–22% | Rich, slow | Highest palmitoleic of common oils |
| Sea Buckthorn Fruit | 19–35% | Very rich | Higher palmitoleic but very potent |
| Rosehip Seed | 0.5–1% | Dry, light | Retinoids — different actives |
| Avocado Oil | 5–10% | Rich | Vitamins A/D/E, chlorophyll |
| Argan Oil | <1% | Silky | Tocopherols, hair shine |
Macadamia oil is the only common carrier oil combining high oleic acid stability with significant palmitoleic acid (Omega-7) — giving it a unique position for mature skin formulations. The rich skin feel positions it as a treatment oil rather than a daily-use base — use at 20–50% blended with lighter carriers like jojoba or argan for everyday products.
Macadamia oil's combination of high oleic and high palmitoleic acid is unique in the carrier oil world:
Key bioactive compounds beyond the fatty acids:
| Tocopherols | ~400 mg/kg — natural Vitamin E |
| Squalene | ~0.3% — emollient, skin smoothing |
| Phytosterols | Beta-sitosterol — anti-inflammatory, barrier |
| Triterpenes | Present — skin-protective |
We supply Macadamia Nut Oil in cold-pressed unrefined and refined grades with palmitoleic acid content certified.
| INCI Name | Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil |
| Botanical Source | Macadamia ternifolia / integrifolia |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed / Refined |
| Appearance | Pale to golden yellow (CP); colourless (refined) |
| Specific Gravity | 0.907–0.916 g/ml |
| Saponification Value | 190–200 mg KOH/g |
| Iodine Value | 70–85 g I₂/100g |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 16–22% — certified per lot |
| Moisture | NMT 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 10 ppm |
| Shelf Life | 18–24 months |
Macadamia oil's unique palmitoleic Omega-7 content and rich skin feel make it the premium choice for mature skin, luxury hair care, and high-end anti-ageing formulations.
Palmitoleic acid replenishment for mature, aged skin in premium anti-ageing face oils and serums.
Deep penetrating conditioning for dry, mature, and chemically damaged hair — salon and retail.
Rich nourishing body oil for very dry, aged, and winter-stressed skin.
Rich Omega-7 lip oil for mature, dry, and ageing lip skin formulations.
Deeply nourishing beard conditioning oil for coarse, mature beard hair.
Rich cuticle and nail treatment for aged, dry, and weather-stressed hands.
Rich soothing oil for sun-damaged, dehydrated skin recovery formulations.
Palmitoleic-rich scalp oil for dry, ageing scalp and mature hair formulations.
| Application | Recommended Level | Grade |
| Mature skin face oil | 20–100% | Cold-pressed |
| Luxury hair treatment | 30–100% | Cold-pressed or refined |
| Body oil blend | 20–50% | Refined |
| Anti-ageing cream | 5–20% | Refined |
| Lip treatment | 20–50% | Cold-pressed |
| Beard oil | 20–50% | Cold-pressed |
Macadamia's rich skin feel makes it best combined with lighter oils (jojoba, squalane) for daily-use formulations. For intensive treatment products: use neat or at 50–100%. The palmitoleic acid story is a powerful anti-ageing marketing angle — 'skin-identical Omega-7 that replenishes what ageing removes'. Pairs very well with sea buckthorn (more palmitoleic) and rosehip (retinoids) for a comprehensive mature skin serum.
Macadamia Nut Oil is supplied in food-grade, light-protected packaging.
10ml–100ml amber glass vials for evaluation and stability testing.
Amber HDPE or dark glass containers with tamper-evident caps.
Food/cosmetic grade HDPE drums with tamper-evident seals. Standard commercial pack.
Intermediate bulk containers for large commercial orders.
Store in cool (below 20°C), dark conditions away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep containers sealed — rosehip seed oil oxidises rapidly on exposure to air. Nitrogen blanket packing available on request to maximise shelf life. Recommended shelf life: 12–18 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly.
Minimum Order Quantity
Sample orders from 10ml. Trial orders from 1 kg. Commercial orders from 25 kg. IBC (180–200 kg) for high-volume buyers. Custom packaging and private-label bottling available on request.