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Emollient

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

Often labeled as: Apricot Kernel Oil

The fast-absorbing, barrier-softening oil.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from apricot kernels. It is very similar to Sweet Almond oil but is slightly lighter and absorbs noticeably faster, leaving the skin feeling deeply conditioned but not greasy.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Softens rough skin texture, restores radiance, and seals in hydration.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A brilliant facial oil for sensitive, dry skin.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts as an apricot scrub.

The Science

It is a pure, smooth lipid (oil) and has absolutely zero physical scrubbing properties.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil