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Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
May feed Fungal Acne
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Explained
This ingredient is the oil from the apricot.
Apricot Kernel Oil is an emollient and helps soften skin. This is due to its fatty acid components. Some of these fatty acids include linoleic and oleic acid.
This ngredient also has antioxidant properties from Vitamins A, C, and E. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. Besides being antioxidants, these vitamins provide plenty of skin benefits as well.
See all 1,767 products with Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Apricot Kernel Oil
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.7%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Makeup
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
1% to
100%
References
Products with Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
78931
INCI Name
PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL
EC #
272-046-1 / -
All Functions
Masking, Skin Conditioning
