Bio Sweet Almond CO2 Oil | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis

Overview

A supercritical CO₂ extract from sweet almond kernels, valued for its silky glide, mild nutty aroma and versatile emollient character. It is suited to premium skincare, body care, massage, haircare and anhydrous formulas, and can also serve as a gentle base for botanical perfume oils.

Specifications

• Widely used synonym: Prunus dulcis
• Family: Rosaceae
• Common name: Sweet almond
• Part used: Kernels/seeds
• Extraction: Supercritical CO₂
• Appearance: Liquid
• Odour: Mild, soft, slightly nutty and warm
• Country of origin: Bulgaria

Aromatic Profile

Very soft and low-impact, with a mild nutty, warm and gently gourmand seed-oil character. It sits quietly beneath essential oils, absolutes, CO₂ extracts and resins.

Reference Lipid Profile

• Oleic acid: 60–80%
• Linoleic acid: 10–30%
• Palmitic acid: 4–9%
• Stearic acid: 1–3%
• Palmitoleic acid: trace–1%

Applications

• Facial and body oils
• Massage oils and body butters
• Hair and scalp oils
• Oil cleansers
• Lip balms, hand creams and anhydrous balms
• Creams and lotions
• Botanical perfume oils and solid perfumes

Use level may vary from a minor emollient to the main carrier phase; determine it from the finished formula and performance testing rather than a generic maximum.

Safety

• For external use only; do not ingest.
• Do not apply undiluted to the skin.
• Use at a level appropriate to the finished formulation and current supplier or industry guidance.
• Patch test the finished formulation before topical use.
• Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes and damaged skin.
• Store tightly closed away from heat, light and air.