Apricot Kernel Oil - Prunus armeniaca
Apricot Kernel Oil - Prunus armeniaca
Known as : Apricot, Khubani, Khumani, Prunus armeniaca
Botanical name : Prunus armeniaca
Product : Bitter Apricot Kernel Oil
Product form : Oil
Product Category : Carrier Oil
Is it refined ? No
Is it Therapeutic grade ? Yes
Also used for Cosmetics ? Yes
Extraction Method : Cold Pressed
Ingredient : Apricot Kernel
Speciality: No Artificial Colors, Fresh & Pure. Free from Harmful chemicals, pesticides & no additives. 100% pure and genuine product
Packaged in most Hygienic Environment
Product is Vegetarian
Country of Origin: India
Note : Since it is unrefined carrier oil, can vary slightly batch wise in color, consistency and Odour. The unrefined oil are not treated for standardisation.
Compound Name | Chemical Class | Approximate Percentage (%) |
Health Benefits/Properties
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Oleic Acid | Monounsaturated Fatty Acid | 50-70% |
Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, improves heart health
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Linoleic Acid | Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid | 20-35% |
Skin barrier repair, anti-inflammatory properties
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Palmitic Acid | Saturated Fatty Acid | 4-7% |
Provides skin protection, structure in cosmetics
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Stearic Acid | Saturated Fatty Acid | 0.5-3% |
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
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Vitamin E (Tocopherol) | Antioxidant | Trace amounts |
Antioxidant, protects skin from oxidative stress
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Phytosterols | Plant Sterols | Trace amounts |
Reduces cholesterol, improves skin elasticity
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