Peanut Oil
Description:
Peanut oil, also known as groundnut oil or Arachis oil, is obtained from the seeds of the Arachis hypogaea plant of the Fabaceae family. When used externally, peanut oil hydrates and moisturises the skin. It helps repair the skin and is loaded with antioxidants, such as vitamin E and resveratrol, a substance also contained in grapes, wine and cranberries.
How to use this item:
1. Moisturise your skin
Peanut oil can be used to moisturise dry skin and soothe itchy, flaking skin. Pour a teaspoon (5 ml) of peanut oil into the palm of your hand and massage the oil into dry areas of skin
2. Moisturise a dry scalp
Peanut oil can also be used to moisturise a dry scalp. Massage the oil into your scalp for about 10 minutes. Rinse your scalp with warm water and dry your hair
3, Create customisable creams, lotions, etc
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Benefits of Peanut Oil:
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Useful in case of mature and wrinkled skin, sunburned, dry or dehydrated skin
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It can also be used in hair products, including shampoos for dandruff.
Common Uses:
- Lotions
- Creams
- Soaps
- Body wash
- Hair products
INCI Name: Arachis hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
Botanical: Arachis hypogea
Part Used: Seeds / Kernels
Extraction: Cold Pressed
Type: Refined
Plant Part: Nut
Colour: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odour: Nutty, fatty
Country of Origin: USA
