Sweet Almond Oil

Pressed from the kernels of Prunus dulcis, sweet almond oil is a light, fast-absorbing emollient rich in oleic and linoleic acids plus natural tocopherols (vitamin E). Cosmetic safety reviewers confirm it’s widely used and safe as used in leave-on skincare.CIR Safety

1) Deep, non-heavy moisturising

As an emollient triglyceride oil, sweet almond oil softens the stratum corneum and helps reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL) when used in moisturisers, improving smoothness and comfort for dry, sensitive skin. Reviews of plant oils and a dedicated 2022 update on sweet almond oil support its role in barrier support and hydration.PMCWiley Online Library

2) Supports a healthy skin barrier

Dermatology literature notes that plant oils rich in linoleic acid (like almond oil) help normalise barrier function and water loss; clinical moisturiser studies show hydration increases over weeks of use. (Mechanism evidence + moisturiser outcomes.)PMCMD Edge

3) Gentle care for infant skin (when appropriate)

Systematic reviews and clinical reports on topical oils in neonates describe improvements in skin condition and barrier function; hospital practice has included almond oil alongside other oils for preterm infant skin hydration and diaper-area care (always patch-tested and supervised).PubMedLippincott JournalsPMC

4) Antioxidant & soothing profile

Like many botanical oils, sweet almond oil contains tocopherols and other minor components that contribute to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects described in reviews of topical plant oils.PMC+1

Across cultivars, almond oil is predominantly oleic acid (~62–76%) with substantial linoleic acid (~14–30%)—a balance that gives slip without heaviness and supports barrier lipids.PMC+1

• Cosmetic safety: The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) reports low irritation/sensitisation in clinical testing and concludes sweet almond oil is safe as used in cosmetics.CIR Safety
  
• Nut-allergy nuance: Allergists note highly refined nut oils are unlikely to contain enough protein to trigger reactions, while cold-pressed/unrefined oils may contain traces—so people with nut allergy should patch-test and seek clinician advice. Patient organisations echo this conservative approach.AAAAIAllergy & Asthma NetworkRoyal Children's Hospital
  

Natural Nine positioning: We use cosmetic-grade sweet almond oil and recommend a simple patch test for anyone with known nut allergies or highly reactive skin.

In Natural Nine, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil provides the lightweight slip and silky after-feel that helps our balm glide on and absorb comfortably. It partners with shea butter and beeswax to soften and reduce water loss, while playing nicely with zinc oxide for delicate, easily irritated skin — keeping our formula newborn-gentle and simple.PMC