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Apricot kernel

Cosmetics

ORIGIN: Turkey

What is apricot kernel oil?

Virgin apricot kernel oil is a fluid oil with a yellowish color.

Extracted from the kernels at the heart of apricot kernels, apricot kernel vegetable oil is rich in carotenoids and Omega 6, making it perfect for beauty treatments, especially for the face.

Organic apricot kernel oil is recommended for sensitive skin. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, this oil has a high penetrating power.
It is emollient and nourishing.

This oil is ideal for massages.

It helps tired, devitalized skin regain its tone, radiance and suppleness.
Lightly massaged into the face and neck, it works wonders.

Added to bath water, it leaves skin soft and supple.
It also softens and nourishes dry hair.

Its identity

INCI: Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

Other name: Prunus armeniaca

Origin: Turkey

Botanical family: Rosaceae

Parts used : Kernel extract

Instructions for use

Storage: Apricot kernel oil should be stored in its tightly closed packaging, away from light, heat and moisture.

Precautions : In case of contact with eyes, rinse for several minutes, keeping eyelids open.

If swallowed, rinse mouth.

Its history

Cultivated for over 2,000 years, the apricot and its cousin the peach are the two plums native to China.

Although traces of the apricot tree can be traced back to Armenia in the 1st century BC, it was not introduced to France until quite recently.

Today, Turkey is the world’s leading apricot producer.

Origin

Turkey

Oil color

Pale yellow

The benefits of apricot kernel oil

  • Antioxidant
  • Emollient, soothing
  • Nourishing
  • Regenerating, revitalizing: invigorating
  • Protective: improves the skin’s barrier function and promotes microcirculation

its composition

Saturated fatty acids :

  • palmitic acid (6%)
  • stearic acid (3%).


A
monounsaturated fatty acid :

  • oleic acid (67%).


Polyunsaturated fatty acids :

  • linoleic acid, omega-6 (27%)


Unsaponifiables
:

  • vitamin E
  • carotenoids
  • phytosterols

Our offer

We market cosmetic and nutraceutical oils and ingredients to meet your needs.

Our organic oils are packaged as orders come in, under nitrogen to protect them from oxidation, guaranteeing a shelf life of at least 12 months depending on packaging.

We also offer other customized services:

  • Contract crushing,
  • Deodorization according to quantities required,
  • Specific analysis of vegetable oils and oilseeds,
  • Drafting of technical files,
  • Formulation assistance.

packaging

A wide choice of packaging is available:

  • 5L can – HDPE
  • 25L canister – HDPE
  • 200kg drum – Iron
  • 920kg Cubitainer – HDPE