The Basics On Sweet Almond
What is Sweet Almond?
Most often used in its oil form, this ingredient is expressed from almonds.
What are other names for Sweet Almond?
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 used for?
The Sweet variety is the carrier oil used for cosmetic purposes, as the Bitter variety produces a harmful component when processed. Sweet Almond Carrier Oil can heal superficial skin burns, boost collagen production, keeps skin hydrated and supple, and protects it against potential damage caused by UV radiation.
How Sweet Almond is classified
Emollients, Plant Extracts
Recommendations for using Sweet Almond during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Sweet Almond During Pregnancy
What we know about using Sweet Almond while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Sweet Almond from CIR
The CIR 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 low, the review of the Panel focused on their potential dermal effects. The Expert 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
GROWN ALCHEMIST Age-Repair Hand Cream – Phyto-Peptide, Sweet Almond & Sage; Drunk Elephant Sweet Pitti Deodorant Cream;Too Faced Peach Perfect Comfort Matte Foundation ‚Äì Peaches and Cream Collection;Lancome Skin Glowcation;Christophe Robin Purifying Scalp Scrub with Sea Salt;Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil Shampoo
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.
