Sweet Almond Oil

English name: Almond oil

Definition: Fixed oil obtained from seeds by cold pressing

Scientific name of the plant: Prunus amygdalus Batsch var. dulcis DC.

Plant Family: Rosaceae

Turkish name of the plant: Sweet almond

Color: Pale yellow

Odour: Mild, sweet, nutty

Consistency: Medium

EFFECTS, APPLICATIONS AND USAGE

• It is used as an emollient and skin moisturizer. It helps to remove cracks, scars and burn marks on the skin. For this purpose, it is used by dripping a few drops of oil directly on the relevant area or by absorbing it with a cotton ball and making a compress.
• It is used in the preparation of various preparations as a hair nutrient in cosmetics.
• It is used to dilute essential oils as a carrier oil.

WARNINGS

-Allergic reactions may occur when used as a massage oil.

- It should be kept out of reach of children.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

It should be stored in tightly closed non-plastic containers, in a cool environment protected from heat, light and moisture.