Almond Oil
Almond Oil is obtained from the ripe, shell-free seeds of the almond tree Prunus dulcis [Mill.] D. A. Webb. [Mill .] var. dulcis or var. amara [DC.] Buchheim, or a mixture from both qualities. [DC .] The almond tree belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae). The kernels have a fatty oil content of around 40 to 50 percent. Originally native to China and the Near East, today almonds are mainly grown in the United States (California) and China as well as Spain and other countries to a lesser extent.
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High in natural vitamin E
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High content of oleic acid
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Carrier
This product has the following features:
- High content of oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1) and linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2)
- High in natural vitamin E
Foods
- High-quality salad oil, for cooking, pan frying and deep frying
- Suitable for use in desserts because of its almond aroma
Cosmetics
- Can be used as a versatile base oil for every skin type
- Penetrates and moisturises the skin well
- Relieves irritation for rough, flaky and dry skin
- Very well suited for use as a massage oil
- Used in baby care products, lip balms and hair-care products
Healthcare
- Used as ingredient in salves as well as a solvent and dispersion agent for oily injections
- Carrier in oil-based eye drops
Animal nutrition & care
- Used as an animal care product
Chemistry & technology
- Used as a cleaning agent and lubricant for fine mechanisms such as clocks, instruments and weapons and for high-quality wood products
