Almond Oil
INCI: sweet almond oil, Prunus amygdalus, Prunus dulcis
Also known as: sweet almond oil, Prunus amygdalus, Prunus dulcis
Rich source of skin-replenishing ingredients including triglycerides and several fatty acids Used as an emollient
Best For Skin Types
All skin types
Usage Frequency
As directed on product packaging
EWG Safety Score
What Is Almond Oil?
Also known as sweet almond oil, this is a non-volatile, non-fragrant oil extracted from the seeds of almonds and used as an emollient. Almond oil is a rich source of skin-replenishing ingredients including triglycerides and several fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, and myristic among them). It is not known to cause sensitivity.Almonds (Prunus amygdalus) can be sweet or bitter. Sweet almond is listed in Latin as Prunus amygdalus or Prunus dulcis and does not contain harmful constituents. Bitter almond comes from another species, Prunus amara, and does contain harmful constituents that shouldn’t be applied to skin.
Benefits for Your Skin
How It Works
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Almond Oil Properties and Benefits for Skin Health Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2010
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Effect of sweet almond oil on striae gravidarum J Clin Nurs, 2012
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