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Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil - RBD

$14.99
Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil from Italy is cold-pressed and RBD, nourishing all skin types with Vitamin A, suitable for skincare and massage products.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Lightweight and Non-Greasy: A natural emollient, Apricot Kernel Oil has a light, non-greasy texture that is suitable for various skin types. When applied topically, it replenishes areas of dryness while promoting a soft and supple complexion.

Skin Beautifying Nutrients: Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil is known for its rich vitamin A and E content that supports skin elasticity and hydration. Its molecular similarity to the skin’s natural sebum absorbs quickly into the skin and enhances the performance of moisturizers, facial serums, and lotions without leaving behind a greasy film.

Versatile Hair Ingredient: In hair care products, this cosmetic grade oil is an effective moisturizing ingredient that delivers a natural, healthy-looking sheen. Suitable for all hair types, Apricot Kernel Oil nourishes without weighing strands down.

Long-Lasting Stability: Suitable for cosmetic manufacturing, the refining, bleaching, and deodorizing process of Apricot Kernel Oil offers enhanced stability and a shelf life of up to two years under proper storage conditions. It is a dependable choice for product formulators.


DESCRIPTION

Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil – RBD is cold pressed from the kernels of the Prunus armeniaca fruit. Refined, bleached, and deodorized for cosmetic formulation, this carrier oil yields a pale yellow to golden yellow liquid with little to no scent, making it an excellent neutral base. Apricot Kernel Oil is naturally rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids, along with skin-nourishing vitamins A and E that support both skin and hair health.

Known for possessing a molecular similarity to human sebum, Apricot Oil’s lightweight texture and rapid absorption moisturizes, soothes, and softens without leaving an oily residue. It blends effortlessly with essential oils, botanical extracts, and other carrier oils, offering versatility in natural skin care, hair care and massage formulations.


DIRECTIONS AND SUGGESTED USAGE

  • Face Moisturizers: Enhance the moisturizing properties of face lotions by incorporating 5–15% Apricot Kernel Oil - RBD into formulations. The lightweight texture ensures deep hydration without clogging pores.
  • Nourishing Hair Care: Improve hair softness and manageability by adding 2–10% Apricot Kernel Oil to conditioners, leave-in treatments, or hair masks.
  • Soothing Massage Oils & Body Butters: Create luxurious massage oils by blending 30–50% Apricot Kernel Oil with other carrier oils such as Sweet Almond or Jojoba. For body butters, incorporate 5–10% into formulations to enhance spreadability and texture.
  • Cleansing Oils & Makeup Removers: Apricot Kernel Oil can be used as a mild yet effective cleansing oil. Incorporate 15–30% into oil cleansers or makeup removers to dissolve impurities while keeping the skin balanced and hydrated.

Botanical Name:

Prunus armeniaca

Origin:

Italy

Plant Part:

Kernels

Extraction Method:

Cold Pressed

Processing Type:

RBD (Refined, Bleached, Deodorized)


MORE ABOUT APRICOT KERNEL CARRIER OIL - RBD

Color / Consistency:

Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid with a slightly viscous consistency.

Absorption:

Absorbs easily into the skin, leaving minimal oily residue.

Aromatic Description / Scent:

Almost odorless with a slightly sweet scent.


Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of up to two years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Cautions: None known.

Storage: It is recommended to store cold-pressed carrier oils in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before use.

Storage: It is recommended that cold-pressed carrier oils be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using.

IMPORTANT: All New Directions Aromatics (NDA) products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner. Please refer to our policies for further details, and our disclaimer below.

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