APRICOT KERNEL OIL | |
What is it? | The oil pressed from the kernels of the apricot. |
Botanical Name | Prunus armeniaca |
Origin | Spain |
Method of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
Aromatic Description | Faint, Mild. |
Viscosity | Light - Medium |
Absorption Speed | Fast absorption |
Color | Clear with a Yellow Tinge |
Texture | Thin and smooth. |
Major Constituents | Oleic Acids, Linoleic Acids, Alpha-Linolenic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E. |
Medical Properties | · Anti-Inflammatory · Anti-bacterial · Anti-Septic · Antioxidant · Revitalizing · Emollient · Anti-Aging · Anti-Septic · Revitalizing · Expectorant · Anti-Tussive. |
Uses | · Facilitate wound healing · Soothe acne · Soothe joint pain · Protects skin from UV radiation · Protect skin against toxins, bacteria and promotes cell production |
Refined/Unrefined | Refined |
Strengths | It easily absorbs into the skin and is rich in vitamin A |
Weaknesses | Nothing in particular; this oil is easily swapped for others |
Alternatives | Any other low scent, fast-absorbing carrier oil |
Tips and Quirks | It’s primarily made up of Oleic Acid (58 to 72%) and Linoleic Acid (22 to 32.5%). |