The Basics On Apricot Kernel Oil

What is Apricot Kernel Oil?

Emollient plant oil pressed from the seeds of apricots, and similar to other nonfragrant plant oils.

What are other names for Apricot Kernel Oil?

APRICOT ESSENTIAL OIL, APRICOT KERNEL ESSENTIAL OIL, APRICOT KERNEL OIL, APRICOT KERNEL OIL (PRUNUS ARMENIACA L.), APRICOT KERNELS OIL, APRICOT OIL, OIL OF APRICOT KERNELS, OILS, APRICOT, PERSIC OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) ESSENTIAL OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) KERNEL ESSENTIAL OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) KERNEL OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA ESSENTIAL OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL ESSENTIAL OIL, PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL, and PRUNUS ARMENIACA OIL

What is Apricot Kernel Oil used for?

Apricot Kernel Oil is well-known for its moisturizing abilities. A natural emollient, it absorbs quickly into skin without leaving behind an oily residue. … High levels of Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA) provide moisture as well as firming and toning skin. Vitamins A, C and E combat signs of aging and contain antioxidants.

How Apricot Kernel Oil is classified

Plant Extracts, Emollients

Recommendations for using Apricot Kernel Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Apricot Kernel Oil During Pregnancy

What we know about using Apricot Kernel Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Apricot Kernel Oil from CIR

No report found.

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Products where you might find Apricot Kernel Oil

Eminence Organic Skin Care Wildflower Ultralight Oil (3.3 fl. oz.); The Organic Pharmacy Sweet Vanilla Dry Oil (100 ml.); Eminence Organic Skin Care Facial Recovery Oil (0.5 fl. oz.); Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover; Wander Beauty Lip Retreat Oil; Skinfix Eczema+ Foaming Oil Body Wash

 

 

 

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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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.

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