Apricot kernel oil - one of the most the gentle oils for skin care

Apricot kernel oil - the gentle oil with the delicate scent of marzipan

In the traditional medicine of Eastern countries such as China and India, apricot kernel oil is widely used for its versatile abilities to treat various problems such as ulcers, dry skin and even dandruff. However, among the most popular uses is the treatment of skin diseases thanks to its strong nourishing properties.

No wonder apricot kernels were so valuable in ancient timesthat they were considereda means of payment

Apricot kernel oil is a wonderful carrier or base oil. It has numerous benefits for the skin and complements any care routine with that certain something. High quality organic apricot kernel oil has a delicate and slightly sweet marzipan scent. It is a very compatible oil, absorbs quickly and is suitable for all skin types. Even for sensitive baby skin, it is an excellent care oil.

Origin of Apricot

Looking back and judging by the earliest records in places in ancient China, apricot kernels have been used for medicinal purposes since about the first century BC and have been harvested and extracted in temperate parts of the Asian continent for more than 4000 years. The Romans spread it to the West and today it is grown in the United States, France, South Africa, New Zealand and other countries.

First of all, it helps to better understand this small fruit: It is a fruit with abundant pulp from a relatively low tree belonging to the rose family, ripens yellow or yellowish red and, like the peach or plum, is a fruit with a stone in the center.

Apricots are cold-resistant and have a long winter dormancy, so their flowering time is late. Curiously, their name in English (apricot) and French (d'abricot) comes from Spanish (albaricoque), referring to their flowering in summer.

Apricot kernel oil is a vegetable oil obtained by cold pressing the apricot kernels. It is known for its impressive nutritional content.

Benefits of apricot kernel oil for skin

• It is rich in essential fatty acids and minerals such as vitamins A and E, oleic acid and linoleic acid.
• Tocopherol or vitamin E scavenges free radicals harmful to the human body, prevents skin aging by reducing the damage caused by UV radiation, contributing to a healthy, radiant and elastic skin.
• Beta-carotene, which gives apricot its yellow color, is a powerful antioxidant from vitamin A that has many benefits for the skin, such as preventing blemishes.
• It contains many nourishing ingredients, moisturizes and has the ability to regenerate the skin.
• It is well absorbed by the skin and feels light.
• It has low stickiness, so it is used as a cleansing oil.
• It is an effective massage oil to increase blood flow and support the turnover of skin cells and prevent blackheads.
• It is suitable for all skin types: from babies to mature skin.

Skin types

Before starting any skin care routine, it is important to question your skin type to avoid mistakes that can affect skin health and to choose the most appropriate skin care routine. For this reason, here's a quick guide on how you can identify it:

However, there is also particularly sensitive skin, commonly referred to as sensitive, intolerant and reactive skin. This refers to a condition of hyperreactivity of the skin that leads to intolerance to contact with various substances and environmental factors, which can have a significant impact on the quality of life.

The organic apricot kernel oil is suitable for all skin types. This gentle care oil is also very well tolerated by sensitive skin, which makes it a wonderful companion for any skin care routine.

Why use apricot kernel oil?

• Remove makeup: Moisten a cotton pad with organic apricot kernel oil and gently rub the eyes, face and lips with it to avoid irritation and redness caused by intense friction. This will gently remove all superficial traces of makeup, including waterproof makeup. For better results, you can remove the excess oil with a mild cleanser with emulsifying properties. A cleansing balm with gentle emulsifiers is very suitable to completely remove residues of the oil and the dissolved makeup.
• As a massage oil: Take care of your skin on the body by applying a small amount on cleansed skin and gently massage. Or massage your facial skin, taking advantage of the oil's lubricating properties. A gentle massage helps stimulate the natural exfoliation of the skin, relax the facial muscles and promote lymphatic drainage.
• For baby care:Thanks to its hypoallergenic properties, it is ideal for keeping the baby's skin healthy and supple, and it also relaxes the baby before bedtime or bath.
• For extremely damaged hair:With apricot kernel oil, you can moisturize your hair by simply applying it to the scalp, much like a hair mask, and leaving it on for 15 minutes. After that, the hair has absorbed enough nutrients..

Test compatibility

Organic apricot kernel oil occupies a rather advantageous position among vegetable oils, as it is very compatible. However, this does not mean that it goes unnoticed by allergies. As a precaution, it is advisable to test the product on an inconspicuous area of skin (for example, on the forearm) and wait a while to see if there is an allergic reaction before you fully apply it and spread it on large areas of skin or face. If you are allergic to nuts you can also ask your doctor for advice.

The importance of skin care

The skin is the largest organ of the body whose functions include protection, temperature regulation, water and electrolyte balance. It is involved in the synthesis of vitamins and is the first to receive a lot of external stimuli. The latter is particularly important because it can be considered a particularly vulnerable organ due to its direct contact with the external environment.

The skin barrier has its own regeneration cycle, which extends from the deepest layers to the top layer of skin (epidermis), replacing older cells. The skin takes about 28 days to regenerate. However, this rate slows down with age and is also affected by other factors such as sun exposure, stress, insomnia and poor diet.

The skin today plays a fundamental role in homeostasis and aesthetic sensation. Having a youthful and healthy skin can be pleasing to everyone's mind and body, thus contributing faithfully to mental and physical health.

Drinking enough for healthy skin

This thought is true. Therefore, it is well known that drinking water is essential for the proper functioning and balance of the body. Especially the skin should always be hydrated.

In order to protect the skin, hydration and nutrients are important. Cosmetic products are a way to maintain health and natural beauty by supporting the functioning of the skin, preventing aging or delaying the aging process.

A skin that lacks moisture loses its natural defenses and the ability of cells to regenerate decreases, resulting in reduced elasticity and increased wrinkles.

Are there certain products you should use to keep your skin hydrated?

CRAFT & CARE has launched the cosmetics brand LIPID GLORY. Our collection includes oils, balms, serums and toners and other care products. All products can be easily combined with our organic apricot kernel oil. But CRAFT & CARE is about morethan just skin care from the outside. With us, everything revolves around your holistic well-being.

LIPID GLORY is mild and at the same time effective cosmetics, based on natural raw materials from controlled organic cultivation with waiver of irritating ingredients.

Is the organic apricot kernel oil from CRAFT & CARE the same as all the others?

The answer can be answered with a resounding "no", but what makes it different from the others? Quite simply, the organic apricot kernel oil of LIPID GLORY comes, as actually all our products, from controlled organic cultivation, which means that it contributes to environmental protection, favors the preservation of biodiversity and no pesticides are used in the cultivation to fight diseases and pests.

This type of cultivation is also characterized by the preservation of the original characteristics and high quality of the products, since they are not modified with chemicals that are not of organic origin.

This can be confirmed by smelling the mild almond and marzipan scent of this product, a characteristic that it has originally and that is lost in the refining process.

Our moisturizers

For optimal effect, LIPID GLORY offers a moisturizing setthat, together with organic apricot kernel oil, gives the complexion a light and well-groomed finish:

Organic oils that can accompany apricot kernel oil

At CRAFT & CARE, we have a collection of different base oils that can enhance the effects of apricot kernel oil on the skin when you combine them in your skincare routine:

The main mission of CRAFT & CARE is based on our philosophy: to help you feel good beyond the physical. It’s wonderful to start and learn to feel good without comparison, because you and your own well-being should be at the top of your list.

All our products are made with care and are of course cruelty free. You can browse through our products, Collections and Sets browse to find products that match your skin type. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via email, we look forward to hearing from you.