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Emollient

KYOUNIN YU

Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A traditional Japanese kernel oil pressed from apricot or sweet almond seeds — lightweight, skin-softening, and well-tolerated. Tree-nut allergy is the main caveat for sensitive users.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollience
  • Oleic and linoleic fatty acids for barrier support
  • Skin softening and moisturising
  • Long Japanese cosmetic tradition

Known concerns

  • Tree-nut allergen risk for almond-allergic users
  • Trace amygdalin in raw apricot kernel oil — minimal in cold-pressed cosmetic-grade
  • Variable composition between apricot and almond sources

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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