Peach Kernel Oil, as its
name implies, is obtained
from the kernel, or nut, of the
peach fruit (prunus
persica). It can be
used instead of Apricot kernel
oil, being similar in
properties, consistency,
appearance and weight.
The peach tree is a small
deciduous tree of up to about
25 feet (8 m) height. It is
indigenous to China, was
brought to Europe by the
Romans, and to the USA in
the 17th Century.
Peach Kernal Oil contains
vitamin A, various of the B
vitamins and vitamin E.
Vitamin E is one of the most
powerful natural antioxidants
helping to combat the
emergence of free radicals
and other damaging elements
in the skin making peach
kernal oil particularly suited
for nourishing the skin and
moisturising eczema.
A light yet rich, fine-textured
oil, similar to Sweet
Almond. Pleasant to
use, it is quite easily
absorbed, has good
penetration and leaves little
oily residue or greasy
feeling on the skin.
Possessing wonderful
revitalizing, nourishing,
regenerative and moisturizing
properties, Peach Kernel Oil
helps prevent dehydration,
smoothes wrinkles and
encourages elasticity and
suppleness in all skin types.
This oil contains vitamin E
which has therapeutic,
antioxidant and preservative
properties, and also vitamin
A - if not over-refined. It is
also high in essential
polyunsaturated fatty acids.
The highest quality is cold-
pressed from the kernels of
the fruit. It can be used
100% but may be a bit
expensive for this luxury.
Fortunately it is equally
effective in dilutions of 10 -
50% in carrier oils such as Grapeseed
, Sweet
Almond and Jojoba.
Latin Name: prunus
persica
Finely textured and easily
absorbed into the skin this is
another all purpose oil which
tends to be a favourite for
sensitive and dry
complexions. Its Vitamin E
content adds some
preservative qualities to a
blend.
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