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Tue Sep 08, 2009 9:51 am  |
| fat_swan wrote: |
Hi Notch,
Does the macadamia oil have to be refined/ cold pressed/ extra virgin/ or have some fancy term? The only kind I found here in Asia is for plain old cooking. Will that do? Thanks!
And can you please share with us your opinion on grapeseed oil (the cooking kind)? I'm interested in incorporating that into my routine for the antioxidants as well. Thanks!
Swan |
I would look for "refined and pasteurized" Macadamia Oil for one very critical reason...nut allergies. It is critical to de-nature the nut "proteins" out of the oil so that only the fatty acids remain. It is these fatty acids that the skin needs. The nut "proteins" are what cause allegies, some of which can be quite severe. I would caution against using the "raw" macadamia oil.
There is no doubt that Grape Seed oil (Vitis Vinifera) has antioxidant properties. The only problem is Grape Seed Oil has approximately 73% polyunsaturated fatty acids, which means it is going to be a highly unstable oil. It can oxidize and go rancid very easily (losing activity). If you choose to use Grape Seed Oil, buy the freshest supply you can, keep it refrigerated, and try to use it up as quickly as possible.
Hope this helps,
John |
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Thu Oct 01, 2009 9:52 am |
| I also read Jojoba and macedamia are most matched to our skin but avocado has some great ingredients. I made my own serum with jojoba, macadamia, and avocado with some squalane for under my eyes and I've had fantastic results. Next time I mix up I think I will add some rosehip. |
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