MONOI INFUSED IN SUNFLOWER OIL

Bulk Monoi Oil Macerate for Cosmetic Formulation

Monoi oil macerate is a traditional Polynesian cosmetic ingredient made by infusing tiare flowers in coconut oil. Royal Bio supplies it in bulk to cosmetic laboratories, artisan soap makers and professional formulators looking for an emollient ingredient with a distinctive sensory profile. As a wholesale supplier of essential and vegetable oils, this guide covers what monoi macerate is, how it is obtained and its main uses in formulation, from hair care to soap making and solid cosmetics.

What is monoi oil macerate?

Monoi macerate is obtained by steeping fresh tiare flowers (Gardenia tahitensis) in coconut oil, a traditional Polynesian process that transfers the flower's characteristic floral scent into the oil without distillation. Unlike an essential oil, it keeps the lipid structure of coconut oil as its carrier, so it retains the emollient and occlusive properties typical of that base oil.

For professional cosmetic use, the macerate is valued for delivering softness, shine and a lasting exotic fragrance without added synthetic perfume, making it a useful ingredient for natural formulations and soft perfumery.

Main cosmetic uses of monoi oil macerate

Hair care. Added to shampoos, hair masks and hair oils to boost shine and softness while reducing the perception of frizz, particularly in formulations for dry or damaged hair.

Body care. Commonly used in dry oils, lotions and body balms, where its light texture and floral scent make it a distinctive sensory active compared to neutral base oils.

Artisan soap making. Soap makers use it as a superfatting oil or a natural fragrance note in cold-process soap, adding creaminess to the final bar along with a signature scent without added fragrance.

Natural perfumery and solid cosmetics. Used as a base for solid massage bars, cosmetic candles and solid perfumes, where its combination of fatty texture and floral aroma supports stable solvent-free formulations.

CAS: 999999-99-4,8001-31-8. EINECS: 619-464-4,232-282-8. INCI: Gardenia tahitensis Flower extract,Cocos nucifera Oil.