Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil (Prunus armeniaca)

Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil

Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil is a light, gentle, cold-pressed fixed oil from apricot kernels (Prunus armeniaca), from Spain. Similar to sweet almond but even lighter, this nourishing oil is especially good for sensitive and mature skin, and absorbs readily, making it a favourite base for facial oils and massage blends.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our apricot kernel carrier oil is cold pressed to preserve its light, gentle character. As one of India's trusted essential oil manufacturers, suppliers and exporters, we supply every batch cold pressed for purity. Explore our full range of cold-pressed carrier oils or browse our natural essential oils to blend with them.

Quick Facts

Texture, Colour & Absorption

Apricot kernel oil is a pale-yellow to golden liquid with very little scent, characteristic of carrier oils. It is light and silky, absorbs fairly quickly, and is particularly gentle on sensitive and mature skin.

Pairs well with

Apricot kernel oil is a light base for delicate essential oils, including:

Gentle on Delicate Skin

Apricot kernel oil is prized as a light, gentle emollient, especially suited to sensitive, delicate and mature skin.

It is rich and nourishing, particularly in oleic and linoleic acids, yet lighter than many carrier oils.

How It Is Made

This oil is cold pressed from apricot kernels, without heat, to preserve its light, nourishing character. Explore more in our cold-pressed carrier oils collection.

Skin & Hair Benefits

Valued in skincare, haircare, massage and natural formulation for:

• Gentle — especially good for sensitive, delicate and mature skin.
• Light & silky — absorbs readily, leaving a soft, non-greasy finish.
• Nourishing — rich in oleic and linoleic acids and vitamins A and E.
• Facial care — a favourite light base for facial oils and serums.

How to Use

• As a carrier — dilute essential oils into apricot kernel oil (typically 1-3% for body, lower for face) before applying to skin.
• Standalone — use apricot kernel oil on its own as a nourishing facial or body oil, or in hair and scalp care.
• In formulation — blend into serums, balms, lotions, soaps and massage oils as a base oil.
• Patch test first — as with any new oil, patch test before wider use, especially on sensitive skin.

Related Oils You May Like

For more light, gentle carrier oils, explore related materials: Apricot Kernel - Cosmetic Grade (Refined), Almond Sweet Organic Carrier Oil, Avocado Carrier Oil - Cosmetic Grade, our cold-pressed carrier oils.

Why Buy Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of pure essential oils, carrier oils and naturals from Kannauj, India, we offer apricot kernel carrier oil in retail and bulk quantities, cold pressed for purity, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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