Hazel nut 

Scientific Name- Corylus avellana

Origin- Turkey

Method of production- Cold Pressed

Color- Light Golden

Aroma- Light, Sweet, Nutty

Hazelnut kernels contain around 60% oil, which is obtained by cold pressing. Hazelnut oil contains oleic acid as the main fatty acid and β-sitosterol as the main minor compound. Hazelnut seed oil contains four fatty acids, and the content of unsaturated fatty acid is more than 92.9% in hazelnut seed oil. Various constituents in hazelnut oil the range from 57.5% to 74.1%; protein, 15.7–19.2%; ash, 0.79–3.21%; palmitic acid, 4.39–8.85%; stearic acid, 1.67–3.18%; oleic acid, 73.48–81.57%; linoleic acid, 10.46–14.95%; linolenic acid, 0.02–0.34%, and myristic acid, 0.01–0.16%. Oleic acid is the main fatty acid followed by linoleic acid, and palmitic and stearic acids.

Hazelnut seeds contain high concentrations of bioactive compounds (such as tocopherols, polyphenolics, neolignans, and 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical). These are valuable sources of phytonutrients, fiber, and antioxidants.

The important contribution of hazelnut for producing bioactive oils and compounds that reduce or prevent obesity, cancer, coronary disease, and many other human health as well as pharmaceutical challenges. Hazelnut oil contains tannins, which are powerful antioxidants. The tannins in hazelnut oil make it an astringent that can help dry oily skin, cleanse and shrink pores, and remove bacteria. The oil is good for skin and hair.

Key Benefits

Hazel nut oil keeps your skin hydrated.
 Improve skin elasticity, makes it look firm and supple.
Hazel nut oil’s fatty acids and vitamin E also make it an effective moisturizer.
It helps your skin retain water and avoid drying out.
The oil helps dry oily skin, cleanse and shrink pores, and remove bacteria.
It helps reduce the appearance of scars.
It helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
It soothes your skin.
It helps protect against sun damage.
It helps reduce pigmentation.