Almond Meal
AKA “Ground almond, Almond flour, Almond powder”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Almond meal
AKA: Ground almond, Almond flour, Almond powder
Synthetic · Exfoliant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Exfoliant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Gently removes dead skin cells and smooths texture with fine, natural particles. Great for revealing fresher, brighter-looking skin.
Effective at 16.0%
Form
Powder
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Functions
Exfoliant
Removes dead skin cells so fresh ones can come through. Chemical exfoliants (acids) are generally gentler than physical scrubs.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Gently exfoliates skin
Provides antioxidant protection
Helps moisturize and soften skin
Traditional Use
Ground almonds have been used in skincare for thousands of years, particularly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean beauty traditions as a gentle exfoliant and skin-softening agent. Historical use includes incorporation into face masks and scrubs for gentle cleansing.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Rough Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
5.0%
27.0%
0%38%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: .5-27
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR