Mixed

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

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 1,494 products with Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

Comedogenic Rating
1-2
Irritancy Rating
0
Users who like it
41%
Users who avoid it
59%

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
1.8%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
1% to 100%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 78931
INCI Name PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL
EC #  272-046-1 / -
All Functions Masking, Skin Conditioning