Sweet Almond oil, refined 100 ml

Almond oil for smooth skin and hair

Almond oil is an excellent moisturizer, the use of which protects the skin from drying out and prevents possible flaking. If you have dry skin that gets even drier in winter, a massage with almond oil helps to restore the pH balance of the skin, retaining moisture, giving it a glow.

Characteristics and description of the oil

Botanical name: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

Synonyms: Sweet Almond Oil, Huile d'amande, Mandelöl, Aceite de almendras, oleum amygdalinum.

Production method: cold pressing with further refining.

Storage: it is recommended to store the oil in a tightly closed dark container at a temperature not exceeding +25 °С. In summer it is desirable to put the oil in the refrigerator.

Cosmetic effect of sweet almond oil

Light nourishing oil. It contains vitamin E, which is a natural antioxidant that slows down cell aging and eliminates inflammatory processes on the skin, as well as vitamin F, which normalizes the function of sebaceous glands and prevents the expansion of pores, promotes hair growth and keeps them elasticity and shine. Gives the skin a healthy, beautiful color.

Almond oil contains a lot of oleic acid, thanks to which it is easily absorbed and distributed on the skin. It is good at softening the skin, but in its pure form can be comedogenic. It has anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating, nourishing, moisturizing, anti-burn, analgesic and emollient effects. 

Indications for use of the oil

It can be used for all skin types. Especially useful for skin irritations, flakiness, dry, inflamed skin. 

• for the care of problem (inflamed) areas of the body and prone to loss of elasticity;
• dry and normal tired, flabby skin (revitalizes it and smoothes wrinkles on the body and face, especially around the eyes); 
• for the care of sensitive, irritation-prone skin and visible vascular patterns on it, gives the skin a velvety touch and a beautiful even skin tone (softens the skin, makes it soft and fresh); 
• excellent moisturizer for dry skin/mature skin; 
• balances oily skin
• for eczema,
• sun and household thermal burns, minor skin injuries; 
• sprains; 
• rough skin and cellulite; 
• dry dermatitis, herpes; 
• dry and oily hair; 
• hair loss, is a stimulant of hair growth, gives them shine and elasticity;
• stimulates the growth of eyebrows and eyelashes.

How to use

Almond oil can be used in its pure form, as a base oil. As an additive used 10-50%. The greatest effect is achieved when massaging in a concentration of 10% in combination with other base oils and essential oils.

1.External use: almond oil can be used pure for skin care of the body, face, hands and hair, to enrich cosmetics: creams, masks, shampoos, gels, lotions, as well as in a mixture with other vegetable oils and as a base - carrier for dissolving natural essential oils, some medicines and cosmetics.

 2.Enrichment of cosmetic preparations: almond oil can be added to liquid creams, shampoos, lotions, gels, beach creams in the following ratio: for dry skin and hair 7 ml of almond oil per 100 ml of cosmetics; for normal skin and hair - 5 ml, for oily hair - 3 ml, 15-20 ml per 100 ml of beach cosmetics.

3.For hair: with oily hair almond oil is used in pure form: before washing the head rub the oil a few drops, starting from the roots to the ends of the hair. For dry hair, the oil is rubbed into damp warm hair after washing in the same way. For a stronger effect to almond oil or its mixture with jojoba oil can be added essential oils;

4.Hair stimulant - almond oil and four essential oils. It is rubbed into the roots of the hair, left for 15-60 minutes, then washed out with shampoo. Stimulates growth, strengthens and vitalizes hair, gives it lushness and shine. Suitable for all hair types. 

5.Nail Strengthening Oil - a mixture of almond oil and essential oils (lemon, ylang-ylang). Applied to the nails and peri nail skin. Reduces brittleness, restores good appearance and strength of nails. When used daily, good results are obtained quickly.