Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
A soft, pale-gold oil pressed from sweet almond kernels — mild, nourishing and famously gentle, a classic base for sensitive skin and massage. Hover any measure to see where almond sits on the scale.
What it is
Sweet almond oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of the sweet almond tree. Mild, low-odour and rich in oleic acid, it's one of the most widely used carrier oils — a dependable, skin-softening base that rarely causes trouble.
Its balance of slip and nourishment makes it a long-standing favourite for massage and gentle skincare, cushioning the skin while still absorbing at a comfortable, moderate pace.
Quick Facts
The Tree & The Kernel
The Almond Tree
A flowering tree of the rose family, grown across the Mediterranean and beyond, whose spring blossoms give way to the familiar almond in its hull.
The Kernels
The sweet kernels inside are cold-pressed to yield a soft, pale-gold oil prized above all for its mildness.
The Compound Profile
Sweet almond is an oleic-rich oil — cushioning and stable. The typical breakdown:
A few minor compounds round it out:
Key Benefits
Gentle & Soothing
Mild and well tolerated — a classic choice for sensitive or easily irritated skin.
Cushioning Slip
Enough body to glide, which makes it a long-standing massage favourite.
Softening Nourishment
Leaves skin supple and smooth without heaviness.
How we use it
Sweet almond is a gentle, neutral base — we reach for it when a blend needs softening slip without a strong character of its own.
It pairs easily with richer or more active oils, carrying them comfortably across the skin.