The Basics On Sweet Almond Oil
What is Sweet Almond Oil?
Emollient, non-fragrant plant oil.
What are other names for Sweet Almond Oil?
ALMOND ESSENTIAL OIL, ALMOND OIL, ALMOND OIL, SWEET, ALMOND OIL, SWEET (PRUNIS SPECIES), ALMOND SWEET OILS, OIL OF SWEET ALMOND, OILS, ALMOND, OILS, ALMOND, SWEET, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) KERNEL OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL, PRUNUS DULCIS (ALMOND) ESSENTIAL OIL, PRUNUS DULCIS (ALMOND) OIL, PRUNUS DULCIS ESSENTIAL OIL, SWEET (PRUNIS SPECIES) ALMOND OIL, SWEET ALMOND OIL, and SWEET OILS, ALMOND
What is Sweet Almond Oil used for?
Almond oil has been used for centuries to treat dry skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis. Improves acne. The oil’s fatty acid content may help dissolve excess oil on the skin, while the retinoids in the oil may reduce the appearance of acne and improve cell turnover. Helps reverse sun damage.
How Sweet Almond Oil is classified
Emollients
Recommendations for using Sweet Almond Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Sweet Almond Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Sweet Almond Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Sweet Almond Oil from CIR
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel assessed the safety of 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils as used in cosmetics. Oils are used in a wide variety of cosmetic products for their skin conditioning, occlusive, emollient, and moisturizing properties. Since many of these oils are edible, and their systemic toxicity potential is low, the review focused on potential dermal effects. The Panel concluded that the 244 plant-derived fatty acid oils are safe as used in cosmetics.
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Products where you might find Sweet Almond Oil
Elon Essential Cuticle Oil with Almond Oil Extract (0.5 fl. oz.); 100% Pure Nourishing Body Cream – Honey Almond (8 oz.); Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil Shampoo; Fresh Seaberry Moisturizing Face Oil; Ellis Brooklyn Marvelous CBD Massage and Body Oil
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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