Apricot Kernel Oil
Best for: Light facial, body and massage oil
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Apricot Kernel Oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of apricots (Prunus armeniaca) and comes from Turkey. It's a pale yellow, light oil with a fine texture and only a faint nutty aroma, and it absorbs quickly without leaving skin greasy. It's naturally rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids along with vitamins A and E.
Its gentle, silky feel makes it a favourite for facial and décolletage massage and for body oils, and it's popular with people who find heavier oils too rich. It's also a light conditioning oil for dry ends and a simple base for blending with essential oils. It feels very similar to sweet almond oil, though anyone with a nut or stone-fruit kernel allergy should still take care.
- Light, silky and quick to absorb
- Leaves skin feeling soft and nourished
- Gentle enough for face and décolletage massage
- Natural source of vitamins A and E
Pairs well with: Jojoba, grapeseed, argan, lavender, chamomile, rose and neroli
About this oil
Apricot Kernel Oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of apricots (Prunus armeniaca) and comes from Turkey. It's a pale yellow, light oil with a fine texture and only a faint nutty aroma, and it absorbs quickly without leaving skin greasy. It's naturally rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids along with vitamins A and E.
Its gentle, silky feel makes it a favourite for facial and décolletage massage and for body oils, and it's popular with people who find heavier oils too rich. It's also a light conditioning oil for dry ends and a simple base for blending with essential oils. It feels very similar to sweet almond oil, though anyone with a nut or stone-fruit kernel allergy should still take care.
- Light, silky and quick to absorb
- Leaves skin feeling soft and nourished
- Gentle enough for face and décolletage massage
- Natural source of vitamins A and E
Uses
- MassageWarm a little in your hands and massage into skin for a smooth glide that absorbs without feeling greasy.
- Skin and body careSmooth a few drops over damp skin after a shower, or press a few drops into the face and neck at night.
- With essential oilsAdd 6–12 drops of essential oil per 30ml (1–2%) for a simple face, body or massage oil.
Blends well with
Specifications
| Botanical Name | Prunus armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil |
|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Cold-Pressed |
| Purity | 100% Pure, Natural |
| Comedogenic Rating | Low (approx. 2) — Generally Suitable for Most Skin Types, Including Sensitive Skin |
| Packaging | 50ml–200ml in Amber Glass Bottles; 500ml and Larger in Plastic |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow, Light Oil |
| Aroma | Light, Faint Nutty Aroma |
| Size options | 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml, 1ltr, 2ltr, 4ltr |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Vegan | Vegan (Plant-Derived) |
| Shelf life | 12–24 months unopened; use within 6–12 months of opening |
Safety & storage
- Apricot and almond kernels are botanically related, so anyone with a tree nut or stone-fruit kernel allergy should patch test carefully or check with a healthcare professional first.
- Patch test before first use and stop using if irritation occurs. See the Ingredient & Allergen Statement under Product documents for full detail.
- For external use only.
- All oils are potentially combustible. Take care when laundering linens that have been in contact with oils, and follow your dryer manufacturer's instructions.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place and use within 6–12 months of opening.
Product documents
Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
