Softening and soothing, Sweet Almond vegetable oil is ideal for sensitive and fragile skin. Its use is therefore particularly suitable during pregnancy and for babies and children. This vegetable oil has therapeutic but also cosmetic properties. Latin name: Prunus dulcis (Mill.) DAWebb Part used: almonds

This article was updated on 25/04/2023
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Main properties

  • soothing :

    used in massage, this vegetable oil softens the skin and calms external itching, irritation, cracks and chapped skin.

  • softener :

    this vegetable oil restores elasticity and tone to the skin. With its vitamin E and squalene content, powerful natural antioxidants, this vegetable oil helps neutralize free radicals. It will thus be a very good anti-aging agent.

  • penetrating :

    this vegetable oil easily penetrates the epidermis and thus facilitates the absorption of essential oils. It constitutes a very good base by not leaving an oily film on the surface of the skin.

  • healing :

    well suited to sensitized skin, this vegetable oil contributes in particular to the healing of cracks and burns.

  • skin protector :

    rich in vitamins and antioxidants, Sweet Almond oil helps regulate the immune system and protects the skin from external aggressions.

  • anti-inflammatory :

    fatty acids contribute to the anti-inflammatory properties of Sweet Almond oil. These substances have therapeutic properties used in dermatological protection and the fight against inflammation of irritated skin.

  • laxative :

    this vegetable oil facilitates digestion by accelerating intestinal transit. It is effective against constipation because it softens the stools.

Characteristics and composition

Cosmetic features
  • Skin type: dry, irritated, all skin types, mature, fragile.
  • Hair type: dry, damaged.
Organoleptic characteristics
  • Appearance: oily mobile liquid
  • Color: light yellow to orange
  • Odor: sweet, not very strong, with a slight nutty taste.
  • Touch: soft, not very pronounced, with a slight nutty taste.
  • Taste: sweet, reminiscent of nuts.
Characteristics for formulation
  • Unsaponifiable and active ingredients: vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin D.
  • Comedogenicity index: 2 (=low comedogenic)
  • Average saponification index: 193
  • Oxidation stability: good
  • High temperature stability: sensitive
  • Inci name: prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
Fatty acid composition
  • oleic acid (omega 9 MUFA): 62 to 86%
  • palmitic acid (AGS): 4 to 9%
  • stearic acid (SFA): ≤ 3.5%
  • linoleic acid (omega 6 PUFA): 7 to 30%
Physical characteristics
  • Density at 20°C: 0.910 to 0.920
  • Flash point: 175
  • Peroxide value: 15
  • Acid number: 2,000
  • Refractive index at 20°C: 1.469 to 1.472
Botanical characteristics
  • Botanical family: Rosaceae
  • Country of origin: Spain.
  • Distilled part: almonds
  • Obtaining process: first cold pressing
  • Latin name: Prunus dulcis (Mill.) DAWebb

Precautions for use

Attention !

  • The people allergic to nuts must seek medical advice before use

Authorized ways of use

Dermal Dermal
Oral route Oral route

Authorized users

Adults and Teenagers Adults and Teenagers
Children under 6 years old Children under 6 years old
Pregnant & breastfeeding women Pregnant & breastfeeding women
Babies under 3 years old Babies under 3 years old

Storage

Store preferably in a cool place, away from light and heat.

In case of Diaper rash, Cradle cap

Efficiency: ++++

As sweet almond oil is very gentle and not very aggressive on the skin, it is widely used to repair the dry and fragile skin of babies. 

  • Application advice :
    • For dry skin: massage a few drops onto the affected areas.
    • In case of diaper rash in infants: apply sweet almond oil with a light massage to the area of ​​the skin irritation.
    • For cradle cap: very delicately massage the affected areas with Sweet Almond oil. For better effectiveness, it is recommended to massage your baby's scalp a few hours before bathing.
  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    tea Tree and Fine Lavender essential oils combined with Sweet Almond oil are ideal in synergy for cradle cap.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    tHE Shea Butter is also widely used to treat diaper rash in babies thanks to its moisturizing and skin-protecting properties.

In case of Constipation

Efficiency: ++++

Very little used orally, sweet almond oil is nevertheless very effective in combating certain digestive disorders, such as gastric acidity and constipation. Sweet Almond oil has laxative and intestinal antiseptic properties.

  • Application advice :

    orally, a teaspoon each morning of sweet almond oil until improvement.

  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    essential oils of Ginger, Tarragon, Coriander seeds can be effective in cases of constipation.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    sweet Almond oil is widely used in cases of gastric problems such as constipation, but castor oil also has a strong laxative property.

In case of Dermatosis

Efficiency: +++

Sweet almond oil contains vitamins A and E as well as zinc, which will contribute to skin cell renewal, i.e. skin regeneration. Thanks to its nutrients and soothing properties, sweet almond oil is a very effective moisturizer and healer against eczema and psoriasis.

  • Application advice :

    via the skin, a few drops massaged onto the affected areas once a day.

  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    true Lavender and Roman Chamomile essential oils are ideal for treating skin problems such as psoriasis or itching due to eczema.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    the oils of Wheat germ orEvening primrose are very interesting in dermatology to treat dermatosis problems.

For the Dry skin, Irritated skin

Efficiency: +++

Dry and irritated skin requires special care. Particularly rich in unsaturated fatty acids, Sweet Almond oil is ideal for nourishing dry skin. Emollient and hydrating, it helps nourish the skin and protect it from drying out, while activating its repair thanks to an action softening and strengthening. Soothing, it will help calm irritation and itching of the skin.

  • Application advice :

    before going to bed, apply Sweet Almond oil by massaging the dry and irritated areas to ensure total penetration of the oil.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    sweet Almond oil is very interesting for dry skin but the Shea Butter, THE Wheat germ or even the Hemp are also very nourishing in this case.

In case of Scar, crack, chapping, stretch marks

Efficiency: ++

Rich in vitamin E, Sweet Almond oil accelerates skin regeneration, so it will nourish and strengthen the skin to reduce scars, stretch marks or cracks.. Thanks to his softening actions and emollient, sweet Almond oil accelerates the process to reduce scars, cracks or stretch marks. Once again, it is in massage that Sweet Almond oil reveals all its benefits.

  • Application advice :

    massage a few drops of Sweet Almond oil morning and evening on the affected areas.

  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    for scars, you can add a few drops of Italian Helichrysum essential oil to your sweet almond oil. Against stretch marks, Geranium Rosat essential oil will be more suitable and that of Cistus Ladanifera will be effective against cracks and chapping.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    sweet Almond oil is very useful for regenerating the skin. Other vegetable oils can also be used in this case such as Rosehip or the oil of Macadamia for example.

Against the Dry hair, Damaged hair

Efficiency: ++

Sweet Almond oil contains many nutrients, including omega 3 fatty acids, phospholipids, vitamin E and magnesium. Sweet Almond oil is a preventive and curative treatment for the hair and scalp. In fact, she nourishes, hydrates and strengthens hair. It improves their appearance and texture by making them more silky and shiny.

  • Application advice :

     directly apply a few drops of Sweet Almond vegetable oil to all of your hair, paying particular attention to the ends and lengths. Leave on for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with shampoo if necessary.

  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    Fine Lavender essential oil is also very effective against dry scalp.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    tHE Shea Butter also helps nourish the hair fiber, in the same way ascastor vegetable oil and the one at Coco.

Against the Wrinkles, Mature skin

Efficiency: +

Skin aging is mainly due to free radicals, which attack the membrane structure of skin cells. It is in particular collagen, a structural element responsible for the elasticity of the skin, which will be affected, leading to the appearance of wrinkles.

Consisting mainly offatty acids, Sweet Almond oil will help the skin to regenerate and produce collagen. In addition, its rich composition in vitamins, notably in vitamin E, a natural antioxidant, will make this oil an excellent anti-aging remedy. Sweet Almond oil will thus help prevent the appearance of wrinkles, while fighting against skin aging.

  • Application advice :

    massage a few drops of Sweet Almond oil morning and evening on the affected areas of your skin.

  • Complementary essential oil(s) :

    against wrinkles, you can add a few drops of Rosat Geranium essential oil to your Sweet Almond oil to increase its effectiveness.

  • Other suitable vegetable oils :

    sweet Almond oil is very useful in cases of aging skin thanks to its rich composition in antioxidants. Other vegetable oils can also be used in this case such as Rosehip, THE Apricot kernels or even the Grape seeds.

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