Kawakawa Infused Oil
Best for: Massage and comforting body care
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Kawakawa Infused Oil is made by steeping native New Zealand kawakawa leaves (Piper excelsum) at a 10% concentration in sweet almond oil. The result is a pale green to golden oil with a mild, herbaceous, peppery aroma and the soft, smooth feel of sweet almond oil.
Kawakawa has long been treasured in rongoā Māori and is traditionally used on the skin. Today it is popular as a comforting massage and body oil, especially for dry or tired-feeling skin, and as a base for a few drops of essential oil. Massage it in on its own or blend it with a lighter oil.
- Made with native New Zealand kawakawa leaves
- Traditionally valued in rongoā Māori
- Smooth sweet almond oil base
- Comforting for dry, tired-feeling skin
Pairs well with: Jojoba, grapeseed, manuka, lavender, rosemary and marjoram
About this oil
Kawakawa Infused Oil is made by steeping native New Zealand kawakawa leaves (Piper excelsum) at a 10% concentration in sweet almond oil. The result is a pale green to golden oil with a mild, herbaceous, peppery aroma and the soft, smooth feel of sweet almond oil.
Kawakawa has long been treasured in rongoā Māori and is traditionally used on the skin. Today it is popular as a comforting massage and body oil, especially for dry or tired-feeling skin, and as a base for a few drops of essential oil. Massage it in on its own or blend it with a lighter oil.
- Made with native New Zealand kawakawa leaves
- Traditionally valued in rongoā Māori
- Smooth sweet almond oil base
- Comforting for dry, tired-feeling skin
Uses
- MassageWarm a little between your palms and massage into shoulders, back, hands or feet.
- Skin and body careSmooth onto dry areas and massage gently until absorbed.
- With essential oilsAdd 6–12 drops of essential oil per 30ml (1–2%) for a comforting massage blend.
Blends well with
Specifications
| Botanical Name | Piper excelsum (Kawakawa) Leaf Infusion in Prunus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil |
|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Leaf-Infused, 10% Concentration in Sweet Almond Oil |
| Purity | 100% Pure Infusion, No Synthetic Additives |
| Comedogenic Rating | Low to Moderate (approx. 2, based on the sweet almond oil carrier base) |
| Key Constituents | Myristicin and Elemicin (from the kawakawa infusion), plus the natural fatty acid profile of Sweet Almond Oil |
| Allergen Note | Carrier base is sweet almond oil (a tree nut oil) — not recommended for those with a tree nut allergy |
| Appearance | Pale Green to Golden Oil |
| Aroma | Mild, Herbaceous, Peppery Aroma |
| Size options | 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml |
| Origin | New Zealand (Kawakawa Leaves) |
| Vegan | Vegan (Plant-Derived) |
| Shelf life | 12 months |
Safety & storage
- For external use only, not for ingestion.
- The base is sweet almond oil, a tree nut oil. Avoid if you have a tree nut allergy.
- As with any natural oil, a small number of people may be sensitive. Patch test before first use. See the Safety Data Sheet and Ingredient & Allergen Statement under Product documents for full detail.
- All oils are potentially combustible. Take care when laundering linens that have been exposed to oil and follow your dryer manufacturer's guidelines.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Product documents
Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
