Organic Apricot Kernel

Apricot kernel oil is a cold-pressed vegetable oil extracted from apricot kernels. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins A and E, minerals and antioxidants. It is used in cosmetics to nourish and soften the skin, and in cooking for its sweet and fruity taste.

Quality:

       •   Virgin

       •   100% pure and natural

       •   First cold pressed

       •   Without any chemical solvent, coloring agent, nor conservative

       •   The oils essenciell were rigorously selected and controlled on the organoleptic and physicochemical plans. 

Date of production : January 2022 (Lot......)

To use preferably before the end: : January 2024 (Lot......)

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Saponification value: ........

Identification :

       • Country of origin : Morocco, Turkey

       • Production process : First cold pressing

       • Part extracted : Bitters apricot kernels/seeds

       • Botanical name:Prunus armeniaca

       • Culture: Organic, certified Ecocert etc. 

       • Packaging: The formats 10 ml to 100 ml are delivered in amber glass bottles with an eye dropper.

Control :

Guaranteeing the quality and traceability of our essenciell oils and our raw materials is at the heart of our concerns. We carry out routine controls on each batch and more thorough monitoring controls, chromatographic analysis is carried out in an accredited laboratory.

Chromatography: Chromatography is a separative physicochemical method used to identify the different substances in a mixture. The chromatograph is a device used to perform certain chromatographies. The chromatogram is the record or the diagram obtained by chromatography

Organoleptic properties:

       • Appearance: oily liquid

       • Color: yellow, pale yellow

       • Odor: characteristic, sweet, bitter 

       • Touch: fat

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Recognized properties: :

      • Nourishing and protective, softening

      • Regenerating and revitalizing (protects against premature ageing)

      • Protects the skin from dehydration

      • Illuminates, tones and restores radiance to the skin

      • Emollient, very penetrating, no greasy film

      • Dry and brittle hair, strengthens the nails

Indications :

      • Care for devitalized skin and dull, asphyxiated complexions

      • Care for dehydrated, tired, withered skin (neckline, face and hands)

      • Care for thin, sensitive, fragile, untoned skin

      • Protection, repair and tanning oil

      • Massage oil

Uses:

For the message: 

Use apricot kernel oil as a massage oil to nourish the skin.

For the body and face:

It is rich in fatty acids and vitamin A, making it a natural moisturizer for dry, mature skin, apply a few drops to your face as a daily moisturizer.

Add a few drops to your night cream for added anti-aging care, apply to cuticles to soften.

A moisturizing face mask: mix a tablespoon of apricot kernel oil with a tablespoon of honey and a tablespoon of plain yoghurt. Apply to the face and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.

For hair: 

Add to your hair products to nourish dry, damaged hair.

A nourishing hair conditioner: mix one tablespoon of apricot kernel oil with one tablespoon of honey and one tablespoon of lemon juice. Apply to damp hair after shampooing and leave on for 5 minutes before rinsing.

Conservation :

Store dry, away from heat and light. Refrigeration after opening is recommended.

Precautions for use: 

    •  It is advisable to do a skin test before using it on a large area of the skin, as some people may be allergic.

    •  It is also recommended not to use the oil on open wounds or irritated areas of the skin.

    •  If you use apricot kernel oil for cooking, it is best not to use it at high temperatures, as it can become toxic.

All indications and properties available on our website are taken from bibliography, websites and scientific reference books and/or objectivation tests. This information is given for information purposes only, it does not constitute medical information, nor does it engage our responsibility.