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Ingredient

Sweet almond oil

Cold-pressed from the kernels of the sweet almond tree - the most widely used carrier oil in our body line and a quiet workhorse in our hair and skincare too. Pale, almost odourless, moderate-absorbing, hypoallergenic for most people, and unusually well-tolerated by sensitive skin.

Prunus amygdalus dulcis

At a glance

Part used
Almond kernel (the seed inside the stone fruit)
Origin
Mediterranean basin - Spain, Italy, Lebanon
Process
Cold-pressed, mechanically extracted, filtered for cosmetic clarity
pH
5.5 - 6.5 (skin-compatible)

Sweet almond oil

The reason it carries most of our body oils

Sweet almond oil has the ideal absorption profile for a body-oil carrier: faster than olive oil (lower in saturated fats) but slower than argan or jojoba (so it gives the massage time to spread without disappearing in seconds). Its tocopherol and squalene content stabilises essential oils dissolved into it. Almost odourless when cold-pressed, it lets aromatic oils (musk, lavender, rose, frankincense) carry the scent of the finished product without competing notes. That is why nearly every body oil in our catalogue lists sweet almond oil somewhere in the top three carrier ingredients.

Allergy and food-allergen labelling

Almond is a tree nut, and tree-nut allergies are common. The cosmetic question is whether sweet-almond oil contains the proteins responsible for those allergies. The short answer: cold-pressed sweet-almond oil contains trace protein levels, but refined cosmetic-grade oil has had the proteins largely removed by mechanical filtration. Documented allergic reactions to topical cosmetic-grade sweet-almond oil are very rare. If you have a severe tree-nut allergy with anaphylactic risk, consult your allergist before introducing any sweet-almond cosmetic; for milder sensitivities, patch-testing on the inner forearm is sensible.

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How Khan Al Saboun uses sweet almond oil

Musk Body Oil
Musk Body Oil

A luxurious and refined oil, transforming daily care into an exquisite ritual. Delicate musk unfolds on the skin softly and deeply, leaving a warm, sensual trail that seems to merge with your skin.The silky texture melts upon touch, enhancing softness, smoothness and a subtle glow. The oil can be worn as a perfume — its scent is intimate and alluring, leaving a delicate, memorable impression.

Lavender Body Oil
Lavender Body Oil

Enhance your sleep and regulate breathing with our signature oil. Its sedative effect reduces stress and anxiety. Gently absorbed, it leaves your skin beautifully scented and moisturized. Suitable for all skin types.

Baby Oil
Baby Oil

A unique added value for newborns, this product maintains smooth, moisturized skin and prevents irritation. It forms a protective layer, strengthens pores, and nourishes the skin, helping your baby sleep calmly and comfortably.

Skin Nourishment Cream
Skin Nourishment Cream

This night cream revitalizes and firms skin, boosting immunity with natural ingredients. It supports night-time repair, reducing wrinkles, fine lines, and fatigue. Deeply moisturizes, leaving your skin with a natural, irresistible glow.

Wheat Bran Cleanser
Wheat Bran Cleanser

This cleanser is ideal for oily and combination skin, penetrating pores for a deep cleanse. It reduces facial oils, balancing oil secretion with regular use. It also decreases blackheads and whiteheads, leaving skin smooth, supple, and clear.

Hair Balm Rosemary Hair Mask
Hair Balm Rosemary Hair Mask

Your hair will never feel better! Enjoy shinier, softer hair with reduced breakage and frizz. This formula deeply moisturizes, leaving your hair healthier and more manageable.

Green Tea Olive & Almond Nourishing Shampoo
Green Tea Olive & Almond Nourishing Shampoo

Green Tea Nourishing Shampoo — restoring smoothness and shine. Lightness, shine and natural density — an effect you can feel from the very first uses. The sulfate-free formula gently cleanses without disrupting the scalp’s natural balance. Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants, helps support healthy-looking hair.Hair becomes smoother, fuller and naturally radiant. A delicate green tea scent turns every wash into a refined ritual.

Lip Balm "Rose of Damascus"
Lip Balm "Rose of Damascus"

Damascus Rose Lip Balm protects lips from dryness, maintaining an elegant look all day. It repairs chapped lips, restores natural color, and strengthens moisture with a luxurious rose scent. Perfect for soft, beautiful lips.

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Questions

Questions about sweet almond oil

  • If I have a nut allergy, is it safe?
    Sweet almond is a tree nut. For most people with mild tree-nut sensitivities, refined cosmetic-grade sweet-almond oil is well-tolerated because the allergenic proteins have largely been filtered out. For severe tree-nut allergies with anaphylactic history, do not assume cosmetic almond oil is safe - consult your allergist first. Peanut allergies do not cross-react with almond, but other tree-nut allergies (cashew, hazel) sometimes do.
  • Is sweet almond oil comedogenic?
    On the comedogenic scale it scores 2 out of 5 - low to moderate. For most skin types it is non-pore-clogging in cosmetic concentrations, and it is one of the most widely tolerated facial oils. People with very oily, congestion-prone skin sometimes find it slightly too rich left on the face for long periods; in that case rinse-off cleansers and body applications work better than leave-on face treatments.
  • Sweet versus bitter almond - same plant?
    Same genus (Prunus), different cultivar. Sweet almond (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) is the edible nut and the only one used in cosmetics. Bitter almond (Prunus amygdalus amara) contains amygdalin, which converts to cyanide when crushed - it is used in tiny amounts in flavouring and historically in marzipan, but never in cosmetic carrier oils. The 'almond oil' on any cosmetic INCI label is always sweet almond.
  • How long does it keep?
    Cold-pressed sweet-almond oil has a shelf life of about a year in pure form, longer when stabilised with vitamin E and stored away from heat and light. Our finished products list a 24-month opened shelf life thanks to balanced antioxidant and preservative inclusion. A rancid almond oil smells like wet cardboard or sour paint - if you ever notice that, discard the product.
  • Can I use it on a baby's skin?
    Sweet almond oil is one of the most traditionally recommended baby oils in Mediterranean cultures, and our baby oil uses it as the dominant carrier. The exception, again, is families with strong nut-allergy history - in that case use an alternative carrier like sesame or sunflower. For most full-term, healthy infants, cosmetic-grade sweet almond is a gentle, well-tolerated option.