The benefits of apricot vegetable oil for the skin

Protected and healthy skin, a radiant complexion, a hydrated epidermis… All thanks to apricot vegetable oil. Zoom on its beneficial virtues for the skin of our face.

Apricot vegetable oil - or rather apricot kernel oil since it is extracted by cold pressing the small almonds in the center of the fruit - is known for its benefits on the skin of our face. But what are they exactly? Emelie Tanghe, training manager and advisor in aromatic and medicinal plants at Ladrôme Laboratoire tells us more.

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The benefits of apricot vegetable oil for the skin

Rich in carotenoids, vitamin A and omega 6 and 9, “apricot kernel oil is the elixir “good looks” par excellence”, explains the expert. Indeed, it has illuminating virtues that bring a real boost to the skin. Thus, dull complexions are revived, tired epidermis are toned and the skin is softened. As a real ally, its virtues accumulate. Its nourishing action helps protect the skin from dehydration by strengthening the hydrolipidic film of the skin. Last but not least, its concentration of vitamin E and its certain antioxidant properties protects and acts against skin ageing. The skin is then regenerated and revitalised.

How to choose your apricot oil?

Before integrating it into our beauty routine, it is essential to choose it well. And as with all vegetable oils, we turn to a product resulting from a first cold pressing (to keep all its properties), organic and 100% natural. Once in your hands, it's time for action.

What is a good apricot oil routine?

Apricot oil – which is suitable for all skin types (except oily and blemished skin due to its comedonesity) – can be used daily on the face and décolleté. Moreover, the expert recommends a DIY recipe: “to awaken the skin and illuminate the complexion, apricot vegetable oil is ideal when combined with linden floral water. To do this, simply spray the floral water on the face first, then massage with a few drops of oil on a face that is still damp to form a two-phase emulsion (semi-aqueous, semi-oily) which moisturizes and nourish the skin like a natural treatment that can easily replace the traditional day cream”. In addition, "for mature skin, it combines perfectly with precious oils such as prickly pear or rosehip oil, known for their anti-aging properties" adds the expert. And to continue: “for fragile skin, the oily macerate of calendula proves to be an excellent partner”.

Finally, it can be used as a massage oil or applied locally to the body. And if its oily texture bothers, it can be improved by mixing it with other oils such as macadamia oil or hazelnut oil. Time for testing!