Native to Central Asia, the common almond is a shrub or tree up to 10 m tall, belonging to the rose family. The almond tree is grown mainly in Italy, Spain, Turkey, France, and also on the west coast of the United States in California. This plant produces oblong, flattened drupes with a brittle shell.
The fruit of the common almond, after drying, is called almonds, which are perfectly known as dried fruit and nuts. In the cosmetic industry, almond oil is made of light consistency and pale yellow in color.
Sweet almond oil – properties
Sweet almond oil is obtained by cold pressing sweet almonds and subsequently partially refined. It is characterized by a high content of many unsaturated fatty acids (mainly oleic – 63-73% of the content and linoleic – 21-29%), mineral salts, proteins and vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and D. Thanks to its properties, the oil from sweet almonds is usually well tolerated by the human body. It can be easily spread on the skin, leaving no greasy effect.
Sweet almond oil has long been used in skin care cosmetics. Its valuable properties have been appreciated by the iconic brand Embryolisse, including it in the Embryoderme anti-wrinkle cream. The product perfectly moisturizes the skin and has anti-aging properties. Also try a moisturizing mask that contains almond oil, sesame oil and hyaluronic acid. It is also worth trying the Mikka soothing serum with CBD, which, in addition to sweet almond oil, also contains shea butter, thanks to which it effectively lubricates dry skin. To delay the aging process of the skin, and at the same time to strengthen the skin’s protective barrier, order Orientana oil for problematic skin with sandalwood, turmeric and almond oil or the Orientana clay mask – almond and saffron. Orientana cream for mature skin with Indian ginseng and almond oil not only reduces wrinkles, but also whitens discolorations and regenerates damaged skin.
Sweet almond oil – application
Like other vegetable oils, sweet almond oil is valued primarily for its moisturizing properties. Like almonds, it can improve memory and blood circulation, lowers cholesterol and strengthens nails. Due to its sweet, soothing scent, sweet almond oil first gained popularity as an essential oil in aromatherapy as a carrier for dissolving essential oils. As a result, almond oil is one of the most used massage products.
Sweet almond oil can also be found in the composition of perfumes, soaps, lotions, hair conditioners and creams and various types of emulsions in which it acts as a greasy base. Sweet almond oil can act as a natural emollient, smoothing and moisturizing the skin. It is easily absorbed, thanks to which it does not leave an oily layer on the skin and at the same time has a firming function. Sweet almond oil can be used especially in the care of mature, dry and sensitive skin. In addition, it supports the removal of dead cells, regenerates and protects. It soothes inflammation, helps sensitive and atopic skin. It can therefore be used on skin with problems such as psoriasis or eczema. In addition, it has anti-aging properties. It can also be used during pregnancy as it can prevent stretch marks by increasing skin elasticity. Thanks to the content of vitamins A and E, which are antioxidants, it also has an anti-wrinkle effect.
It has long been used in the production of cosmetics for baby skin care, because it is suitable for all skin types and does not irritate. Sweet almond oil also strengthens and nourishes the hair and nails, rebuilding the bulbs and preventing splitting of the nail plate.
You can also find sweet almond oil in the Orientana face cream with snail slime and in the eye cream from the same manufacturer. You can order both products, and additionally the nail elixir, in the form of a set of rejuvenating cosmetics from Medonet Market. Also try Vianek products:
- soothing and smoothing body scrub with sweet almond oil, which leaves the skin refreshed, perfectly moisturized and smooth;
- soothing and regenerating oil for skin prone to redness with sweet almond oil, squalane and lavender oil,
- a soothing balm for skin with reddening, which additionally contains extracts of chestnut fruit, blackberry and lingonberry leaves.
Sweet almond oil is also great for hair care. You will find him, among others in the strengthening serum for damaged and brittle hair by Vianek.
| Name of the drug / preparation | Sweet almond oil |
| Wstęp | Sweet almond oil, thanks to its conditioning properties, is one of the oldest cosmetic oils. It is light, penetrates the skin quickly without leaving an oily film. It has softening and nourishing properties for the skin. Suitable for all skin types |
| Manufacturer | Nacomi, Profarm, BingoSpa, Ol’Vita, Optima Natura |
| Form, dose, packaging | Oil, bottle, 50, 100 or 250 ml |
| Availability category | The preparation is available without a prescription |
| The active substance | Prunus Amygdalus Sweet |
| Indication | deeply cleanses the skin, removes dead epidermal cells, moisturizes and soothes irritations, protects the epidermis against the adverse effects of weather conditions, strengthens the epidermal lipid barrier, improves skin blood supply, delays skin aging, firms the skin, strengthens hair and nails, the smell of the oil has a relaxing and calming effect |
| Dosage | Rub a small amount of oil in your hands and apply to the skin of the face and body |
| Contraindications to use | No information on contraindications |
| Warnings | People suffering from nut allergies should perform an allergy test on the skin before using sweet almond oil. |
| Interactions | No data |
| Side effects | No data |
| Other (if any) | x |
- deeply cleanses the skin,
- removes dead epidermal cells,
- moisturizes and soothes irritations,
- protects the epidermis against the adverse effects of weather conditions,
- strengthens the lipid barrier of the epidermis,
- improves blood circulation in the skin,
- slows down skin aging,
- firms the skin,
- strengthens hair and nails,
- the smell of the oil has a relaxing and calming effect.
Natural sweet almond oil Optima Natura is available in a 400 ml package. Perfect as a skin care preparation.