Sweet Almond Oil Unrefined 1 L

Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil: Your Golden Elixir for Skin and Hair

Discover the nourishing power of our Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil, a premium quality liquid oil sourced from Germany. Obtained through cold pressing, this pale yellow oil retains its full spectrum of beneficial nutrients, making it a cornerstone ingredient for natural beauty formulations. With its characteristic sweet, mild scent and exceptional solubility in other oils and fats, it's a versatile addition to your cosmetic arsenal, promising unparalleled hydration, regeneration, and protection for skin and hair.

Description and Key Features

Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil (INCI: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), also known as Amygdalus communis L, is celebrated for its rich composition of vitamins (especially Vitamin E), essential fatty acids (oleic and linoleic acids), and minerals. Its "unrefined" nature signifies that it has undergone minimal processing, preserving its natural efficacy and therapeutic properties, which are often lost in refined versions.

Key features and benefits:

• Exceptional Nourishment: Rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, and E, it deeply nourishes the skin and hair, providing essential nutrients for health and vitality.
• Intense Moisturization: Its emollient properties help to lock in moisture, preventing dryness, flaking, and promoting a soft, smooth complexion and supple hair.
• Gentle and Hypoallergenic: Mild and non-irritating, it's well-tolerated by almost all skin types, including sensitive, delicate, and baby skin.
• Anti-inflammatory Properties: Helps to soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and alleviate discomfort, making it beneficial for conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
• Antioxidant Protection: High in Vitamin E, it acts as a natural antioxidant, protecting skin cells from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stressors, thus combating premature aging.
• Improves Skin Elasticity: Regular use can enhance skin elasticity and firmness, contributing to a more youthful appearance.
• Strengthens Hair and Nails: Deeply penetrates hair shafts to strengthen them, reduce breakage, and add shine. It also fortifies brittle nails.

Versatile Applications and Usage Areas in Cosmetics

Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil is a highly versatile and beloved ingredient in natural cosmetics due to its numerous benefits and compatibility with various formulations. (Note: Not for use in candles).

• For Skincare:
  • Emulsions, Creams, and Gels (2-5%): A fantastic emollient in lotions, creams, and gels, providing a light, non-greasy feel while delivering deep hydration and skin-softening benefits.
  • Make-up Removers (5%): Excellent for demake-up blends, gently and effectively dissolving makeup, including waterproof formulas, without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
  • Healing Salves and Balms (10-20%): Its soothing and regenerative properties make it ideal for inclusion in healing ointments and balms for dry, cracked, or irritated skin.
  • Ubtans (2-5%): Can be incorporated into powdered ubtans to add a nourishing component, enhancing their skin-conditioning effects when mixed with water or other liquids.
  • Body Oils and Sprays (5-50%): Perfect as a standalone body oil or as a base for custom dry oil sprays, providing instant moisture and a healthy glow.
• For Hair Care:
  • Shampoos (1-3%): Adds a conditioning boost to shampoos, helping to cleanse gently while imparting softness and shine.
  • Hair Masks (8-15%): Deeply nourishing for hair masks, strengthening strands from root to tip, reducing breakage, and promoting healthy growth.
  • Hair & Nail Strengthening Treatments (8-15%): Can be used in specialized formulations to improve hair elasticity and reduce nail brittleness.
• For Cleansing:
  • Solid Soaps (1-3%): Enhances the lather and conditioning properties of handmade solid soaps, leaving skin feeling soft and moisturized.
  • Hydrophilic Oils (10-20%): Forms an excellent base for hydrophilic cleansing oils that emulsify with water, effectively removing impurities and makeup without residue.
  • Beldi Soap (5%): A traditional ingredient in Beldi soap formulations, contributing to its rich texture and skin-softening benefits.
• Massage Oils: Its smooth glide and skin-nourishing properties make it a popular choice for massage oils, allowing for effortless application and absorption.

Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil is truly a foundational ingredient for anyone seeking to create high-quality, natural cosmetic products that cater to a wide range of skin and hair needs, with worldwide shipping available.

Cosmetic Recipe: "Silken Skin" Nourishing Body Oil

Create a luxurious, deeply nourishing body oil using Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil, perfect for softening and hydrating skin after a bath or shower.

Instructions for Preparation:

1. Sanitization: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment (beakers, stirring rods, bottle) with isopropyl alcohol and allow them to air dry completely.
2. Combine Oils: In a clean beaker or directly in your final bottle, pour the Unrefined Sweet Almond Oil and Jojoba Oil.
3. Add Vitamin E: Add the Vitamin E to the oil blend. This acts as an antioxidant to help prevent the oils from oxidizing and prolong their shelf life.
4. Add Essential Oils: Carefully add your chosen essential oil blend. Stir gently to ensure even dispersion.
5. Add Botanicals (Optional): If using, add a small amount of dried botanicals to the bottle for an elegant visual touch.
6. Bottle and Cap: Cap the bottle securely.
7. Gentle Shake: Gently invert or shake the bottle a few times to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Recommendations for Application and Use:

• Purity: Since this is an unrefined oil, it retains more of its natural nutrients and has a characteristic scent. If you prefer a more neutral scent, you might consider adding more essential oils or using a refined almond oil (though unrefined offers more benefits).
• Storage: Store the finished body oil in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to preserve its freshness and efficacy. Unrefined oils can be more susceptible to oxidation than refined ones, so proper storage is key.
• Application: Apply the oil to clean, damp skin after showering or bathing to lock in moisture. A little goes a long way! It can also be used as a massage oil or for cuticle care.
• Absorption: Allow the oil a few minutes to fully absorb into the skin before dressing.
• Customization: Feel free to experiment with different essential oil blends to create your unique scent profiles. You can also vary the percentage of Sweet Almond Oil if combining with other carrier oils, keeping total oil percentage at 100%.
• Not for Candles: As explicitly stated, this oil is not suitable for candle making due to its composition and potential to affect burn quality or safety.