Known as a nutritional goldmine, Almond Oil is rich in fatty acids, fibre, vitamins and minerals that have been seen to offer many therapeutic and cosmetic benefits. It is a popular option for all skin types as it easily absorbs into the skin and doesn’t clog the pores.
Here’s everything you need to know about Almond Oil for the face and how to incorporate it into your skin care routine to achieve youthful, glowing skin.
Firstly, What Is Almond Oil?
Almond Oil is made by cold-pressing the kernels from the Almond tree to produce an oil light in colour, odour and consistency.
With a high content of antioxidants, vitamins and fatty acids, Almond Oil has been seen to help moisturise, protect and improve the appearance of the skin.
It is a versatile and effective carrier oil for both diluting essential oils and direct use. Because it is easily absorbs into the skin, it pairs excellently with almost any essential oil for cosmetic purposes, making it great for the skin.
4 Benefits Of Almond Oil For Skincare
The favourable properties of Almond Oil make it a popular carrier oil for all things skin care. Some of it's many benefits for the face include:
1. It Won't Clog Your Pores
Almond Oil is classified as non-comedogenic, which means it won’t clog your pores and has a fast absorption rate that is ideal for most skin types.
Even better, the fatty acids present in Almond Oil have been shown to help with dissolving the sembum and regulating oil production, making it a great option for those with oily skin.
2. It May Calm Irritated Skin
Almond Oil has been seen to be beneficial for calming skin irritations like itchiness and swelling. Applying topically to areas that are lacking moisture is believed to relieve any irritation your skin is experiencing.
3. Believed To Reduce Signs Of Aging
Almond Oil's high level of antioxidants are known to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Even better, Almond Oil’s palmitoleic acid content is believed to help boost a bright complexion and help reduce the appearance of dark circles and spots on the face.
4. Known To Be A Natural Cleanser
Almond Oil possesses stearic acid and cleansing properties that are known to help clear out dirt, sweat and excess oil from the skin. It can also act as a natural makeup remover.
Quick tip: The combination of Almond and Jojoba Oil is known to work as a great moisturiser, cleansing agent and cosmetic base to keep the skin looking healthy and glowing.
Popular Ways To Use Almond Oil For Face
As Almond Oil is such a diverse carrier oil, there are many ways to use it on your face. These include:
Combine With An Essential To Make A Cleanser
Almond Oil makes a great base for diluting essential oils. To make your own natural cleanser, simply add a few drops of a skin loving essential oil like Lavender or Lemon Essential Oil, apply the mixture to damp skin and rinse with warm water.
Leave It On The Skin For A Natural Moisturiser
Nobody likes the feeling of dry, flaky skin. To use Almond Oil as a natural moisturiser, wash and dry your face and gently pat a small mount onto your skin with your fingertips. Leave it on the skin to absorb and nourish.
Massage Into The Face To Remove Makeup
Want a natural way to remove stubborn makeup? Apply a small amount of Almond Oil into your palm and gently use your fingertips to apply the oil to areas you want to remove makeup. Rinse with warm water to remove the oil.
How Do You Know If You Have Quality Almond Oil?
The quality and purity of Almond Oil will vary depending on where you purchase the oil. For this reason, it’s important to keep your eye out for certain things to ensure you’re purchasing a quality carrier oil.
Top 6 Things To Look For
- Look for Almond Oil’s Latin name, Prunus Dulcis, listed on the bottle. If a product doesn’t have the Latin name listed, it’s probably a mix of synthetic ‘fragrance oils’.
- Oil packaging is in a dark glass bottle. This will prevent light and heat from damaging the oil.
- The label clearly states ‘100% pure Almond Carrier Oil’. This will ensure the product isn’t blended with any other oils.
- Be sure to check the expiry date if buying in store.
- The product clearly states where the oil is from.
- Be wary of a very low price. It could be an indicator of low quality or adulterated carrier oils.
At AWO, we ethically source our Almond Oil from Australia do not dilute it with any other ingredients. This means you’re getting exactly what you pay for, 100% pure Almond Oil naturally extracted via cold pressing.
Considerations For Using Almond Oil
As Almond Oil is derived from the kernels of the Almond Tree, do not use Almond Oil if you have a nut or tree nut allergy.
Although rare, Almond Oil use may result in skin irritations or allergic reactions. That's why we always recommend performing a skin patch test before incorporating Almond Oil into your routine.
At AWO, our carrier oils are designed for cosmetic and aromatheraphy applications only - you should never ingest them. We also recommend storing your Almond Oil in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring it is not directly exposed to sunlight and out of reach of children or pets.