Botanical Name: Juglans regia
Country of Origin: Australia
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed and gently filtered to remove impurities.
Plant part: Nuts
Type of agriculture: Conventional
Upcycled: Our supplier sources rejected or cosmetically imperfect nuts that would otherwise go to waste, ensuring that their quality remains unaffected by these imperfections. The residue left behind after oil extraction, known as meal or cake, is made available for purchase by farmers. This material is rich in fibre and still contains valuable fat and oil, to feed their livestock.
Features: Walnut Virgin Oil is renowned for its soothing properties and can promote calmness and protection against skin irritation, reducing the occurrence of inflammation and itching. It is commonly employed in massage applications, capitalizing on its skin-friendly attributes. Additionally, Walnut Virgin Oil finds frequent use in baby products thanks to its gentle nature that can help sooth sensitive skin.
Properties/Benefits: With an impressive profile, it has a substantial content of linoleic acid, offering moisturising and protecting properties essential for promoting skin beauty. Complementing this, the presence of oleic acid provides additional nourishment, contributing to skin softness and suppleness. The noteworthy linolenic acid content further enhances its skincare benefits, potentially supporting a radiant complexion and reducing irritation. This unique combination of fatty acids makes walnut oil a compelling cosmetic ingredient, catering to those seeking a natural solution to help maintain skin revitalisation.
Specifications:
Appearance: Clear, light yellow mobile liquid
Texture: Walnut oil has a smooth and silky texture. It is relatively lightweight compared to some other oils. It can easily be absorbed, leaving the skin or hair feeling soft and moisturised.
Common Uses:
Recommended Dosage: Up to 100% as supplied.
Did you know? Walnut oil is derived from the nuts of the walnut tree (Junglas regia), which is commonly in some regions, and it is considered the best for culinary and skincare purposes because it retains more of natural flavour, aroma, and nutritional properties of the nuts. This oil extraction process involves mechanically pressing the walnuts without using heat or chemicals, preserving the oil's quality and beneficial compounds.
Suggested Storage: Stored at temperature <30°C in closed containers and protected from direct sunlight.
Supplier information: Established as a butter factory in 1904, our supplier has deep roots in producing exceptional, wholesome foods sourced from local ingredients. As the leading manufacturer of quality cold-pressed gourmet and specialty oils in Australia, this Australian-owned company is committed to working with high-quality, locally grown produce and building strong connections with Australian growers. Renowned for their innovative cold pressing techniques that capture both flavour and nutrients within the oils, they have gained prominence in the industry. Their impact extends globally, supplying wholesalers and manufacturers and exporting premium oil products to over 15 countries. Their unwavering commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation positions them as a key partner in delivering excellence to our products.
100% true to the botanical name, GMO free, Non-Radiated, Preservative Free, Vegan Friendly, Petrochemical Free
New Directions Australia Pty Ltd. does not supply food grade raw materials and therefore cannot waive GST.
Prior to use: Customers should always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet / Specification Sheet OR the ingredients label as affixed to each product which are current at the time of supply of the product.
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