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Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil
AKA “Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis”
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8007-69-0 / 90320-37-9
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Conditions Skin
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Used for over 4,000 years in Ayurvedic, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean medicine as an emollient for dry and sensitive skin. Cleopatra and other historical figures reportedly used almond oil for skin softening and conditioning.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR