Escentia Hazelnut Oil is a refined carrier oil extracted from the nuts of Corylus avellana. Known for its light texture, smooth absorption, and mild nutty aroma, this oil is widely used in skincare, hair care, and culinary preparations.

Its versatility makes it a valuable addition to both natural beauty routines and kitchen use.

What Is Hazelnut Oil?

Hazelnut oil is obtained through cold-pressing hazelnuts, helping preserve its natural characteristics. Escentia Hazelnut Oil is refined to provide a stable, neutral oil suitable for a wide range of applications.

Traditionally used in both culinary and cosmetic practices, hazelnut oil is appreciated for its balance between nourishment and lightness.

Texture, Absorption & Aroma

Escentia Hazelnut Oil has a light to medium consistency that absorbs easily into the skin without leaving a greasy residue.

• Colour: Golden-brown
• Aroma: Mild, nutty
• Texture: Light to medium
• Absorption: Fast-absorbing, non-greasy

This makes it suitable for daily use across different skin and hair types.

Traditional Uses & Benefits

Traditionally associated uses include:

• Moisturising and softening the skin
• Supporting smooth and supple-looking skin
• Helping improve the appearance of skin texture
• Conditioning hair and enhancing shine
• Adding a light, nourishing oil to DIY formulations
• Enhancing culinary dishes with a rich, nutty flavour

All uses are based on traditional cosmetic and culinary practice.

How to Use Escentia Hazelnut Oil

Skincare

Apply directly to clean skin or blend into creams and lotions for lightweight hydration.

Hair Care

Use as a conditioning oil to support shine and manageability.

Massage

Blend with other carrier oils for a smooth, easily absorbed massage oil.

Aromatherapy Blending

Use as a carrier oil to dilute essential oils before topical use.

Culinary Use

Use as a finishing oil for salads, dressings, and prepared dishes. Not typically used for high-heat cooking.

Ideal For

• Normal to oily skin types
• Lightweight daily moisturising
• Hair conditioning and shine
• Massage and aromatherapy blending
• Culinary flavour enhancement

Product Specifications

• Product name: Escentia Hazelnut Oil (Refined Carrier Oil)
• Botanical name: Corylus avellana
• Extraction method: Cold-pressed (refined)
• Plant part used: Nut
• Texture: Light to medium
• Aroma: Mild, nutty
• Colour: Golden-brown
• Volume: 100 ml

Safety & Caution

• For external use unless specified as food-grade
• Patch test recommended before topical use
• Avoid use if you have a known nut allergy
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas
• Discontinue use if irritation occurs
• Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, nursing, or under medical care
• Keep out of reach of children
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

Why Choose Escentia Hazelnut Oil?

Escentia carrier oils are carefully sourced and refined to maintain quality and usability. Escentia Hazelnut Oil offers a lightweight, versatile option for skincare, hair care, and culinary use, making it a practical addition to everyday routines.

We are delighted to offer free shipping on all orders over R1500.

Delivery Services:
Lifestyle Health utilises The Courier Guy and Aramex for all our deliveries within South Africa. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number to monitor the progress of your shipment.

Order Processing:
Orders are processed during regular business hours. If an order is placed on a weekend or public holiday, it will be processed on the next business day.
Orders are dispatched within 1-2 working days.

Delivery Timeframe:
Our goal is to ensure you receive your order as quickly as possible. Orders are typically delivered within 2-5 working days, depending on the delivery location within South Africa. We strive to process all orders promptly upon receipt.
Courier delivery takes 2 – 5 working days depending on the order's destination.

• Deliveries are made Monday to Friday between 9am – 5pm.

• There are no deliveries on weekends or public holidays.

• Main city centre delivery takes 2 – 5 working days.

• With remote areas deliveries can take up to 7 working days.

• Your delivery address should be at an address where somebody you trust will be available to accept your order at any time. Anyone at the delivery address can accept the delivery. In order for us to prove that delivery of an order has been completed, we do not have to prove that you personally received the goods, but rather that any person at the delivery address signed for the delivery.

Delivery Areas 
Currently, we deliver exclusively within South Africa. We are working diligently to expand our reach and hope to serve international customers in the future.

Changes to Orders 
If you need to make any changes to your order, please contact us immediately. We will do our best to accommodate your request, provided the order has not yet been dispatched.

Delivery Insurance
We offer the option of delivery insurance coverage at an additional cost. (Kindly inquire for a quote). The insurance will cover any loss or damage to your shipped products. Once your delivery has been shipped we cannot accept responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged goods in transit. Any loss or damage without insurance will be at the loss or expense of the customer, so it is advised to accept insurance coverage.

Late Deliveries
Unforeseen circumstances e.g. adverse weather, closed roads, strikes etc. could prolong the delivery time. This is rare but it does happen, so 'late' delivery is not grounds for refund or cancellation of the order. However, if your delivery has not been delivered after the estimated times shown above please contact us with your order number so that we can follow up on the matter. We will also provide you with a tracking number so you can follow your order.

Collections:
If you have selected the “collection” option on checkout. Kindly allow 1-2 working days for the order to be processed. Once the order is ready you will be notified via email or WhatsApp that your order is ready for collection.
Please take note of our trading hours, we do not accommodate any collections after hours.

The provision of goods and services by Lifestyle Health is subject to availability. In cases of unavailability, Lifestyle Health will contact the customer with alternative options.

Thank you for choosing Lifestyle Health. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving your health needs!