Knotty Boy uses Kukui Nut Oil in our dread wax because it's an outstanding emollient that is absorbed quickly and thoroughly, and leaves no greasy after feel. The oil is expelled from the nut of the Kukui tree. In Hawaii, where the oil is from, the native Hawaiians treasured "kukui" (meaning "enlightened") oil for its soothing and healing properties. It is valued today by islanders for those same qualities that make skin supple and renewed.

In our wax, the oil functions the same way as a moisturizer for your hair in locks. However, it is indeed from a nut and if someone has severe nut allergies they should discuss using this product with their doctor. But like Coconut, there are very few, if any, documented cases of allergic reactions to this nut. Please see http://www.knottyboy.com/learn/ingredients/ for more information on the health benefits of Kukui Nut Oil.

None of our other products have any nuts in them whatsoever and because we make everything in small batches none of our products use the same containers or instruments. Our other products are all nut-free!

Happy dreading, with or or without nuts!