Description

Latin name: Prunus armenica

Family: Rosaceae

Contains oleic acid, vitamin E and sterolin. It is a light oil obtained from apricot kernels and is easily absorbed. Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive and dry skin. It can be used very easily as a carrier oil. Due to its lightness, it is very suitable for application on sensitive skin surface. It is a fairly small tree and likes temperate regions. However, it is suitable for continental climates. All over Europe, orchards are dedicated to apricots and temperate climates in the Mediterranean. Apricot stone hides a kernel that represents 20% of its weight and is composed of 40% to 50% oil. Apricot oil is obtained from the dried kernels of the fruits collected from the apricot tree by applying the cold press method. Also known as apricot kernel oil, this oil is quite light and almost odorless. Apricot oil, which is rich in fatty acids, A,

Apricot kernel oil and other essential oils are used as carrier oil.