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FACE OFF! WITH KUKUI OIL When People’s “Most Beautiful” woman, actress Lupita Nyong’o, shares her beauty secrets: We listen. Intently. During Lupita’s interview with Glamour, she casually mentions the use of Hawaiian kukui oil on her face. “I love using natural oils. I use avocado oil and Hawaiian kukui oil on my face. I like to keep things natural, simple, and straightforward,” says Lupita to GLAMOUR. Admittedly, we were completely unfamiliar with this beguiling natural oil. Until NOW! Kukui nut oil is a natural moisturizing emollient which has been used for centuries in Hawaii. It is produced by pressing oil from the kukui nut (or candlenut) tree, and it contains essential fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants that help to soothe dry skin and heal wounds. Sounds fancy, huh? Here are a few products with kukui oil to disambiguate this luscious stuff:
OGX ANTI-FRIZZ
Try: OGX Anti-Frizz Hydrating Oil Kukui Oil What it is: Kukui Oil Based Anti-Frizz Hair Serum Why it works: Hydrate + Defrizz. Indulge your tresses with this exotic blend of kukui nut oil, an ancient Hawaiian secret used for its humidity resistant abilities, creating a shimmering gloss to smooth texture and repel humidity, making every day a ‘good hair’ day. They also make a Kukui Nut Oil shampoo & conditioner and a curl cream! Price: $7.99 for 4 fl. oz. at Ulta.com
PURE KUKUI OIL
Try: Life Flo Health Pure Kukui Oil What it is: No, really. It’s just pure Kukui Oil. Why it works: Helps soothe and protect dry, sun-exposed skin. Organic and cold-pressed Price: $8.99 for 4 fl. Oz. at Pipingrock.com
KAT BURKI RAW SUGAR SCRUB
Try: Kat Burki Raw Sugar Body Scrub What it is: Raw natural sugar submerged in Organic Coconut and Kukui Nut Oils Why it works: Rid the body of unwanted dead skin cells while the oils restore moisture. A fresh, clean, natural scent leaves skin delicately fragranced and body will be irresistible to the touch! All Kat Burki products are free of parabens, synthetic dyes, sulfates, petrolatum and mineral oils. Price: $48 for 8.8 oz. at Nordstrom.com