Black Walnut Hull Powder

What is black walnut hull powder?

Black walnut powder comes from the hull of the black walnut tree. It is a fine powder and is dark brown to black in colour.

The black walnut tree (juglans nigra) is native to North America and grows well in hot or cold conditions. The tree produces the black walnut fruit which is encased in a hard shell.

Traditionally, black walnut hulls were used in natural remedies. The bark and leaves of the walnut tree were also used in traditional medicine. It was often used by native Americans and had many uses like treating skin disorders and infections.

What is black walnut powder used for?

Black walnut hull can be used as a natural colourant in soap making to create a rich brown to purple coloured soap bar.

To use black walnut hull as a dye in soap making, it should be added to the lye water. It is recommend to use around 2 teaspoons of powder to 1 pound of soap.

It is also often said to be a good treatment for acne or eczema, however there is not enough evidence to support these claims.

Black walnut powder can be used in cosmetics for added exfoliation. This includes products like body scrubs, exfoliants and creams.

What is the origin of our black walnut powder?

Our black walnut powder originates from the USA.