APRICOT KERNEL OIL

Prunus Armeniaca is a medium-sized tree with a heavy spreading belonging to the genus prunus and Rosaceae family. This deciduous tree can grow up to the height of 10m.Stem of the tree is erect with dark-brown bark. The leaves can grow up to 9cm in length and are oval in shape. It is native to northeastern china and Russia. The fruit has a velvety, peach-colored skin and has light orange flesh.

Oil The texture of the oil is dense and is a light yellowish in color.

Extraction It is extracted from the kernel of the fruit by cold-pressing method.

Chemical composition

Its main active constituents are fatty acid Oleic Acid (Omega 9) and the Essential Fatty Acid of Linoleic Acid (Omega 6, LA), also it has other minerals and vitamins, including Vitamin E and Vitamin A.

Uses

Frying

Apricot kernel oil is a hale and hearty substitute for the butter in. Like sunflower oil and avocado oil, apricot kernel oil is appropriate for high-temperature frying owing to its high smoking point. Its light and nutty taste does not overwhelm the natural taste of other food.

Salad dressings

Apricot kernel oil is wholly refined oil which without difficulty soaks up the zest of other ingredients. The oil can be used as individually for salad dressing, or can be used to produce condiments by mixing with other flavors.

Hair care

The dry hair problem can be countered easily with the use of apricot kernel oil. When it is used in a small amount of oil it makes them shiny and helps repair split ends. It can also be applied on the roots of the hair to pacify the scalp and encourage the hair growth.

Aromatherapy

Apricot kernel oil is frequently used in aromatherapy because it is a effective carrier oil, that’s it can be used to produce any massage oil by mixing with any other essential oils, such as bergamot or sandalwood.

Skin care

It moisturizes, nourishes and lubricates the skin. Apricot kernel oil has a significant amount of an essential fatty acid omega-6, GLA (gamma linoleic acid), which helps skin to preserve its moisture balance and makes the skin firm and toned