Botonical Name | : | Corylus Avellana | |
CAS # | : | N/A | |
Country of Origin | : | Italy | |
Color & Odor | : | Pale yellow to golden yellow oily liquid Light nutty odor. | |
Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.912 - 0.918 @ 25°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | N/A | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.465 - 1.475 | |
Flash Point | : | >350°C | |
Major Constituents | : | Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid | |
Plant Part Used | : | Nuts | |
Extraction Method | : | Cold Pressed |
DESCRIPTION:
Hazel nut carrier oil is cold pressed and filtered from the shell-free nuts of the hazelnut shrub. The oil obtained is deeply penetrating and stimulating to the circulatory system. It helps to tighten and tone the skin, and is applicable for all skin types. Hazel nuts oils contain Vitamins A, B, D, E and various other minerals. CONSTITUENTS:
Palmitic Acid, Palmitoleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
Hazelnut Carrier Oil has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils. BLENDS WITH:
Hazelnut oil has great moisturizing property that makes it a good choice to include when mixing a massage oil or preparing a carrier oil blend. It readily blends with most of the essential oils. COMMON NAMES:
Pistachio, Snapping Hazelnut, Spotted Alder, Striped Alder, Tobacco Wood USES:
Hazelnut Oil leaves a non-greasy feeling perfect for aromatherapy and massage. It is also the preferred choice of the cosmetic manufacturers - particularly those wishing to explore the marketing possibilities.