Currency Convertor
Refer a Friend
Botonical Name | : | ArachisHypogeae | |
CAS # | : | 8002-03-7 | |
Country of Origin | : | North America | |
Color & Odor | : | Pale yellow with Light, Nutty and Fatty aroma | |
Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.910– 0.920 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | N/A | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.465 - 1.475 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | >100°C | |
Major Constituents | : | Palmitic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid | |
Plant Part Used | : | Nuts | |
Extraction Method | : | Cold Pressed |
DESCRIPTION:
Peanut carrier oil is extracted from the peanut using cold pressed method. This all-purpose oil is known for its distinctive aroma, mild flavor and taste of its parent legume. It has a thick texture and absorbs slowly into the skin. Peanut carrier oil is not that commonly used in aromatherapy; however it has a wide array of therapeutic uses. CONSTITUENTS:
Palmitic Acid Oleic Acid Linoleic Acid Arachidic Acid Arachidonic Acid Behenic Acid Lignoceric Acid Other Fatty Acids. AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
While most peanut oil does not taste or smell like peanuts. BLENDS WITH:
Blends with avocado, olive, sesame and macadamia nut oil and other light essential oils. COMMON NAMES:
Arthnuts, Goobers, Goober Peas, Pindas, Jack Nuts, Pinders, Manila Nuts and Monkey Nuts USES:
Rich in Vitamin A, Peanut oil is widely used in various skin care formulations for its moisturizing properties. It is useful for treating skin conditions such as acne and blackheads.
