Considered to be skin's best friend, Sweet Almond Oil is an excellent emollient known to re-condition and soften the skin. Extracted from Sweet Almond Tree, the oil nourishes and moisturizes the skin and benefits are significant on regular use. Almonds are known as one amongst the healthiest foods while Ayurveda refers to sweet almonds as nutrients for the nervous system and brain.
With its origination in Israel and Palestine areas, the oil is extracted in its purest form from the seeds of its parent tree through the method of cold pressing. At AG Organica no chemical is used in the extraction or processing of the oil and the product is supplied to some of the leading brands across the world.
The Sweet Almond Oil carries a small amount of sweet smell that comes from almond's ripe seeds and ranges from pale to golden yellow. The oil is loaded with nutrients and vitamins including Vitamin A, D, & E, Olein Glyceride Linoleic Acid, proteins, zinc, potassium, and mono-saturated fatty acids.
Main Constituents : Oleic Acids (Omega 9), Linoleic Acids (Omega 6), Stearic Acid, and Palmitic Acid.
The rich constituency of Sweet Almond Oil makes it a natural superpower for skin-care. The oil is used:
The wide popularity and usage of Sweet Almond Oil come from its extreme benefits to skin and health, out of which a few are discussed here.
Primary Benefits
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser
Topical Use:
Almond oil is used for a long time for treating dry skin & improving acne. It helps in dissolving excess oil on the skin. It also reduces the appearance of acne & cell turnover. It is used for all skin types sensitive, dry, oily. It cleans the pores without clogging them. It doesn't darken your skin. In fact, it lightens your skin tone. It is best for reducing fine lines, wrinkles & sagging skin. It destroys free radicals & provides free radicals & provides nutrients that are important for a skin for repairing itself. These both are different. Sweet almond oil is fixed oil but it doesn't evaporate. Bitter almond oil is volatile & it evaporates. Sweet almond oil is native to Israel and Palestine areas. It is used in cosmetics, massage, and body products. AG Organica is the leading manufacturer & supplier of sweet almond oil. It has extreme shelf-life stability. It is repellent to high temperatures.
Botanical Name | : | Prunus amygdalus dulcis | |
Parts Used | : | Dried Almond Seeds | |
Color & Odor | : | Clear yellow liquid @ Mild and characteristic odor | |
Methods of Extraction | : | Cold Pressed | |
Constituents | : | oleic acid, stearic acid, linoleic acid | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.911 - 0.920 g/ml | |
Peroxide Index | : | < 5.0 meq O2/Kg oil | |
Acid index | : | <0.50 mg KOH/g oil | |
Optical Rotation | : | 0 / 0 | |
Flash Point | : | 215ËšC | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.467-1.47 @ 25 °C | |
Density | : | 0.910 g/mL at 25°C | |
Shelf Life | : | Two years | |
Solubility | : | Insoluble in water , soluble in alcohol |
Rashi
Great item, use this under my eyes for dark circles and it has helped!
Tracy
It leaves the skin soft with a soft hint of almond smell.