{"title":"Sweet Almond Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBase Oils \u0026amp; Butters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus amygdalus dulcis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet almond oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of the sweet almond tree, cultivated for centuries across the Mediterranean, Middle East, and California. One of the most widely used carrier oils in natural skincare and massage, it is beloved for its mild, slightly nutty aroma, its golden color, and its gentle, universally well-tolerated skin feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich in oleic and linoleic acids as well as vitamins A and E, sweet almond oil is a reliable all-purpose conditioning oil that works across a wide range of skin types and formula types, from facial oils to body care to massage blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet almond oil's high oleic acid content makes it an excellent emollient, softening and conditioning the skin without a heavy or greasy finish. It absorbs at a moderate rate — slower than very lightweight oils like squalane, but without the richness of heavier oils like tamanu, making it a versatile middle-ground carrier that pairs well with almost any other oil in a formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin feel: Smooth, moderately lightweight, universally gentle\u003cbr\u003eBest for: All skin types, massage, body care, facial blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou can find Sweet Almond Oil in our handcrafted soaps and upcoming skincare line. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor external use only. As with all new products, we recommend a patch test before first use. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/5437\/2090\/collections\/sweet_almond_oil.png?v=1775687153","url":"https:\/\/lesilobleu.com\/collections\/sweet-almond-oil.oembed","provider":"Le Silo Bleu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}