Almond oil in skincare
A plant oil from sweet almonds.
What is almond oil?
A plant oil from sweet almonds. On the ingredient list, you can find the name Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil. The dictionary uses both the common name and the INCI name, so you can compare the explanation with the packaging.
What does almond oil do for skin and the product?
Softens and is used as a fat base in products including body care.
Emollients make the surface more supple and affect how the product spreads. Lipids do not themselves add water, but some can also help retain moisture.
With a known nut allergy, it is worth checking the product and how the raw material is refined.
How to read the ingredient list
Look at the product's purpose and overall composition. Position on the list does not tell you the exact concentration used or how your skin will react. One substance can serve several purposes in the same product.
Questions about almond oil
What does almond oil do in skincare?
Softens and is used as a fat base in products including body care.
What should I know about almond oil?
With a known nut allergy, it is worth checking the product and how the raw material is refined.
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About sources and ingredient names
The European Commission's CosIng database is a reference for cosmetic ingredient names and functions. An entry does not constitute approval of all uses or evidence of a particular product effect.
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