Sweet Almond Oil… Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis

Hello Lovelies!

I thought I would share yet another interesting find. Not to say that Sweet Almond Oil is anything new, but for those who have yet to experiment with oils, this one might tickle your fancy.

source: http://www.ifood.tv/blog/8-healthy-oil-choices-for-hanukkah

Though I’ve tried many oils, such as: jojoba, hemp seed, grape seed, sunflower, castor, avocado, olive, sesame, emu and macadamia, I find what works best for my sensitive and fussy complexion is the one and only Sweet Almond Oil. Simply put, it calms my stressed and irritated skin without leaving me red in the face or broken out. Now, I’m not saying that the oils mentioned above can’t hold their own, because indeed they can. In fact, I use most of them as body moisturizers due to their wonderful hydrating properties. The only problem I have with said oils is, that I can’t use them on my face because they’re too heavy – for me at least. Although my skin is sensitive from head to toe, the skin on my face is more so. Therefore, I have to use lightweight products to keep my complexion from jumping ship With that said, there is one drawback to using Sweet Almond Oil, it’s slightly heavy for an oily complexion, which is why I only use it at night. However, I find that if I’m careful with the amount I apply, I can use it as a day moisturizer. Otherwise, it’s a fabulous alternative to facial creams and/or lotions for those with dry to normal complexions.

(information listed below is courtesy of veria.com)

Moisturizer: As a body moisturizer, almond oil is high in oleic acid and linoleic acid which replenishes the intercellular structure of your skin. It is recommended as a body moisturizer, although its high fat content means that it is usually too heavy as a facial moisturizer, especially for people with oily skin.
Make-up remover: Because almond oil has a chemical formula similar to the sebum produced by our skin, it can be used for removing the makeup from the face, including the areas around the eyes. Its vitamin D and vitamin E are also good for the eyelashes.
Massage Oil: Almond Oil is a good source of vitamin E, commonly known as the sunshine vitamin, and essential to immune system health and muscle growth. It is light enough to be easily absorbed by the skin, leaving it without an oily layer.
Hair tonic: Almond oil is one of the most powerful natural stimulants for growth and strengthening of the hair strands. It feeds the roots, stimulates regeneration, and improves hair’s elasticity and shine. To use almond oil on the hair, simply put a few drops of oil on your fingertips and then massage your scalp.

REFERENCES

1) Hyson DA, Schneeman BO, Davis PA. Almonds and almond oil have similar effects on plasma lipids and LDL oxidation in healthy men and women. J Nutr. 2002 Apr;132(4):703-7.

2) U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 2008. Guidance for industry: A food labeling guide. Accessed 10/19/2010 at http://www.fda.gov. http://www.ars.usda.gov/SP2UserFiles/Place/12354500/Articles/ADA10_SunflowerAlmondButter.pdf

3) Sultana Y, Kohli K, Athar M, Khar RK, Aqil M. Effect of pre-treatment of almond oil on ultraviolet B-induced cutaneous photoaging in mice.J Cosmet Dermatol. 2007 Mar;6(1):14-9.

Benefits of Sweet Almond Oil (ourbeautypantry.wordpress.com)
The Oils That I CANNOT Live Without (naturalgirlinacrazyworld.wordpress.com)
!Essential Oil Beginners Kit (aromathymeessenled.wordpress.com)

Sweet Almond Oil… Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis

Related articles