Bitter Almond Oil

250ml~225g

1L ~900g


Bitter Almond Oil is made from the crushed kernels of bitter almonds. It is different from sweet almond oil which is derived from another type of almond plant altogether. Bitter almond oil has a nutty fragrance and is used for its scent, flavour, and its therapeutic value.

The benefits of Bitter Almond Oil for your skin and hair
These properties extend to its topical application to skin and hair. It contains oleic acid, a type of mono saturated acid, plus omega-9 fatty acid giving it potent moisturizing properties. Since it is easily absorbed, it is able to deliver its high nutritional content deep within layers of the dermis to powerfully heal and nourish skin. It is rich in vitamin E, giving it the ability to fight off free radicals and reverse signs of ageing like wrinkles and fine lines.

It’s antibacterial and antimicrobial properties can help keep acne causing bacteria at bay while also being useful to treat cuts, scrapes, and wounds. Another popular use of this oil is for its ability to lighten and brighten skin. You can use it to fade dark spots, dark circles under eyes, hyperpigmentation, and otherwise brighten your skin tone. It is used to reduce the appearance of stretch marks as well though then jury is still out on whether it actually helps in this regard.

Bitter almond oil is great for hair as well. It helps in the maintenance of a healthy scalp which in turn strengthens hair follicles. It has a neutral pH and it combats scalp conditions that cause hair loss and weakened hair like dandruff and dryness. It’s antioxidant properties can repair hair damaged by over-styling and exposure to the sun and other environmental stressors. It helps hair regain its resilience, strength, and lustre while stopping hair loss.

Benefits of bitter almond oil for skin and face:
Bitter almond oil has many health benefits for the skin, as its use topically on the skin works on: