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Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil unsaponifiables
AKA “Sweet Almond Oil Unsaponifiables”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil unsaponifiables
AKA: Sweet Almond Oil Unsaponifiables
Oil · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Clean
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil Unsaponifiables is a cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
90320-37-9
Form
Oil
See origin →
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Sweet almond oil has been used since ancient Egypt and the Mediterranean region as a skin softener and massage oil. The unsaponifiable fraction contains bioactive compounds historically valued for nourishing and protecting the skin.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Industry reports use up to 27.0% across all product types. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 883).
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
An updated review on efficacy and benefits of sweet almond, evening primrose and jojoba oils in skin care applications.
Blaak J, Staib P
International journal of cosmetic science, 2022
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An updated review on efficacy and benefits of sweet almond, evening primrose and jojoba oils in skin care applications.
Blaak J, Staib P
International journal of cosmetic science, 2022
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An updated review on efficacy and benefits of sweet almond, evening primrose and jojoba oils in skin care applications.
Blaak J, Staib P
International journal of cosmetic science, 2022
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal.
Burnett CL, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal.
Burnett CL, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sweet Almond Oil and Almond Meal
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil Unsaponifiables
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil Unsaponifiables
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis [Sweet almond] Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sodium Sweet Almondate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sweet Almond Amino Acids
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sweet Almond Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sweet Almond Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil Unsaponifiables
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil Unsaponifiables
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis [Sweet almond] Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Sodium Sweet Almondate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Sweet Almond Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Sweet Almond Seed Meal
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR