Sweet Almond Oil

Carrier Oil · Prunus dulcis

Sweet Almond Oil

The gentle all-rounder

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.

Weight
Medium
Heavy
Medium
Light
How heavy the oil feels on skin. Lighter oils absorb fast and sit weightless; heavier oils cushion and linger.
Absorption
Moderate
Fast
Moderate
Slow
How quickly the oil sinks in. Fast feels dry-touch; slow stays on the surface for longer-lasting conditioning.
Finish
Slight Sheen
Rich
Slight Sheen
Natural
Matte
The look left on the skin — from a flat, matte finish to a rich, visible sheen.
Vitamin E
Moderate
High
Moderate
Low
Natural antioxidant (tocopherol) content. Higher levels help protect skin and keep the oil stable.
The Basics

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

Botanical namePrunus dulcis
OriginMediterranean / Middle East
SourceKernels
ExtractionCold-pressed
ColourPale gold
ComedogenicLow (2)
Also calledAlmond oil
Where it comes from

The Tree & The Kernel

Almond tree

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.

Almond kernels

The Kernels

The sweet kernels inside are cold-pressed to yield a soft, pale-gold oil prized above all for its mildness.

Composition

The Compound Profile

Sweet almond is an oleic-rich oil — cushioning and stable. The typical breakdown:

Oleic Acid Omega-9 · monounsaturated
68%
Linoleic Acid Omega-6 · polyunsaturated
24%
Palmitic Acid saturated
6%
Stearic Acid saturated
2%
Beyond Fatty Acids

A few minor compounds round it out:

Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
Antioxidants that support the skin barrier and keep the oil stable.
Phytosterols
Plant sterols associated with a soothing, conditioning skin feel.
Squalene
A skin-compatible lipid that adds to almond's smoothing character.
Why People Love It

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.

In Our Formulations

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.

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