Is Sweet Almond Oil Natural?

Q: Is Sweet Almond Oil natural?

Sweet Almond Oil has a Natural Origin Index (NOI) of 1.00 (scale 0–1) per ISO 16128. Sweet almond oil is derived entirely from the kernels of the almond tree (Prunus dulcis), making it 100% renewable according to ISO 16128. An NOI of 1.00 means 100% of its molecular mass is traceable to a natural, renewable source.

Learn about Sweet Almond Oil — its natural origin index (ISO 16128), feedstock sources, synthesis process, and renewability classification.

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INCI NameSweet Almond Oil

FunctionSkin Conditioning Agent · Emollient

FeedstockThe primary commercial feedstock for

Quick Facts

INCI NameSweet Almond Oil
FunctionsSkin Conditioning AgentEmollient
Primary FeedstockThe primary commercial feedstock for sweet almond oil is the kernel of the almond tree, Prunus dulcis. These trees are cultivated globally, with major production centers in California (USA), Spain, Australia, and the Mediterranean region. The kernels are rich in triglycerides, which are the main components of the oil.
NOI Score1.0 / 1.0
Tier100% Renewable

Description

Learn about Sweet Almond Oil — its natural origin index (ISO 16128), feedstock sources, synthesis process, and renewability classification.

References

1ISO 16128-2:2017 — Guidelines on technical definitions and criteria for natural and organic cosmetic ingredients and products — Part 2. ISO, Geneva.