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Prunus dulcis
AKA “Sweet almond, Almond, Prunus amygdalus”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Prunus dulcis
AKA: Sweet almond, Almond, Prunus amygdalus
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Prunus dulcis is a cosmetic ingredient.
Form
Powder
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Functions
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
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
Sweet almond oil has been used since ancient times in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern skincare traditions. Historically valued in Ayurveda and traditional European medicine for moisturizing skin and treating inflammation.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier XI.5
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier V
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier X.5
Westman Atelier
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier III
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier XIV
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Vital Skincare Complexion Drops - Atelier 0
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Formulation and in vitro evaluation of a cosmetic emulsion from almond oil.
Akhtar N, Ahmad M, - G, Masood MI, Aleem M
Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences, 2008
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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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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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Almond Oil PEG-6 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almond Oil Propylene Glycol Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almond Oil/Polyglyceryl-10 Esters
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almondamide DEA
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almondamidopropyl Betaine
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Almondamidopropyl Dimethylamine
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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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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PEG-20 Almond Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-35 Almond Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-6 Almond Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Polyglyceryl-4 Almondate/Shea Butterate
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)
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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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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Sodium Sweetalmondamphoacetate
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
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Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil Unsaponifiables
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-20 Almond Glycerides
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
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
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Sodium Sweet Almondate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Sodium Sweetalmondamphoacetate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Sweet Almond Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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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