Apricot Kernel Oil - 100ml
Apricot Kernel Oil — 100ml
Prunus armeniaca — Cold-pressed from kernels sourced in Spain.
Silky, lightweight, and wonderfully skin-softening — Apricot Kernel Oil is a beautifully versatile carrier oil that absorbs quickly and leaves skin feeling smooth, nourished, and refreshed. Rich in oleic and linoleic acids, it offers anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties that help maintain skin suppleness and moisture balance, making it suitable for all skin types — particularly normal, dry, and mature skin. Its light texture and mild, pleasant scent make it an excellent base for facial oils, massage blends, and body care formulations.
Skin Profile
Lightweight. Suitable for all skin types — particularly normal, dry, and mature skin. Fast-absorbing with a silky, non-greasy finish. A close alternative to sweet almond oil with a slightly lighter feel — excellent for facial use.
Key Constituents
High in oleic acid (omega-9) for deep nourishment and moisture retention. Linoleic acid (omega-6) for skin barrier support and suppleness. Mild, pleasant natural scent. Naturally rich in vitamins A and E.
What You Can Make With It
- Facial oils and serums for normal, dry, and mature skin
- Massage oils and body blends
- Body lotions, creams, and moisturisers
- Eye area and delicate skin formulations
- Hair conditioning and scalp treatment oils
How to Use
Use as a standalone massage or body oil, or blend with other carrier oils and essential oils. Particularly well-suited to facial formulations where a lightweight, fast-absorbing texture is desired. Typical usage rate: 10–100%. Store in a cool, dark place. For external use only.