Almond oil in cosmetic use for a satin smooth skin

Sweet almond oil has a fine texture, is easily absorbed, and helps to leave the skin soft and satiny smooth. It is non-greasy and is used in a variety of skincare, cosmetic and hair care products.

Almond oil is used in the following products: Rejuvenating Face Wash Purifying Face Mask Cellumend Anti-Cellulite Cream

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• Difference between sweet almond and bitter almond oil
• Properties of sweet almond oil
• Historic use of almond oil
• Classification

Difference between sweet almond and bitter almond oil

A clear distinction must be made between the oil extracted from the seeds of the Prunus dulcis (sweet) and the Prunus amara (bitter) tree, as the bitter almond oil cannot be used for cosmetics - it contains traces of amygdalin - another form of cyanide. This is however not present in sweet almond oil.

Properties of sweet almond oil

Since it is easily absorbed into the skin, it doesn't leave it feeling greasy or tacky. It is used to soften the skin and to promote a clear, young looking complexion. It is a greatly nourishing and protecting oil and is ideal for chapped and irritated skin.

Sweet almond oil is obtained from the dried kernels of the almond tree. It is an excellent emollient, softening and soothing to the skin. It also helps to balance the loss and absorption of moisture, making it particularly effective for chapped and irritated skin, soothing it while nourishing and protecting.

Almond oil is also a favorite for facial massage as well as body massage. One of its sterling characteristics is that it doesn't clog the skin, yet is greatly moisturizing and softening.

The main fatty acids contained in sweet almond oil are:

• oleic
• linoleic
• myristic
• palmitic
• palmitoleic
• heptadecenoic
• 9-heptadecenoic
• stearic
• linolenic
• arachidic
• eicosenoic.

Historic use of almond oil

The ancient Romans used sweet almond oil extensively in skincare preparations, almond oil was also embraced as a beautifier in Europe and the herbalist John Gerald sang its laurels as early as the 16th century.

Classification

Prunus amygdalus dulcis is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe seed of the Prunus amygdalus dulcis tree and is classified as a fat and oil. It is used as an occlusive skin-conditioning agent, as well as a fragrance ingredient and is known as sweet almond oil.

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