Pale yellow clear liquid with sweet nutty aroma reminiscent of almond kernels, cherry aroma.
Description : A middle sized tree upto 8 metre in height, leaves simple, flowers white tinged with red, fruits velvety drupes about 3-6 cm long, separating into two valves.
Constituents & Specifications : Almond oil has various chemical compounds that include benzaldehyde, leucine, valine, phenylalanine, lysine, arginine and hydrocyanic (prussic acid) etc. Specific Gravity : 0.92500 - 0.94000 @ 25°C Refractive Index : 1.40200 - 1.50550 @ 20°C
Sweet almond oil is used as a moisturizer and as a carrier oil in aromatherapy, It provides minerals, vitamins and proteins that are essential for beautiful skin.
Commonly used to relieve itching, dryness or inflammation, this oil is excellent for all skin types.
Almond oil is used extensively in making candles, freshen potpourri, in soap making, massage oils, bath oil and also as a perfume body oil.