Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Dulcis) is the most widely used carrier oil, suitable for all skin types. It is rich in minerals, vitamins, proteins and essential fatty acids, helping to soften, nourish and revitalise the skin.
Sweet Almond Oil is especially suited to dry, sensitive and irritated skin andit is used extensively in cosmetics and therapeutic skincare. It is also one of the best multi-purpose base oils to use for massage, as it is almost odourless and is an excellent lubricant. Compared to other carrier oils, Sweet Almond oil resists oxidisation, making it a good choice to buy in bulk for massage treatments.

The first evidence of the use of sweet almond oil to promote hair growth comes from ancient Egypt. Almond oil was routinely mixed with castor oil to improve upon the castor's texture and smell. The mixture was then applied to the scalp through massage and left on for a specific amount of time. This mixture was said to grow hair faster and cure baldness.
Sweet almond is a carrier oil that is extracted from the sweet almond nut. It has a pale yellow color and has a high percentage of Vitamin A, B1, B2, and B6. It has mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids that are also essential for the body to function. It also contains Vitamin E, which nourishes the skin.
Benefit of sweet Almond oil:-
This is one of the most used carrier oils in aromatherapy massage, which is understandable since it has a fine texture, is easily absorbed, and helps to leave the skin soft and satiny smooth yet it is non-greasy and easily absorbed. As it is a mild oil, sweet almond oil is suitable for all skin types and helps relieve irritation, inflammation and itching.

• Improving complexion and glow,

• Moisturizing deeply,

• Rejuvenating skin,

• Soothing skin irritation and inflammation,

• Effective in treating skin disorders including psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema,

• Relieving dry and itching skin,

• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles,

• Lightening dark circles under the eyes, and

• Cures chapped lips and body rashes.

Turn your bottle of almond oil into a massage oil for the skin or scalp by adding a few drops of an essential oil like lemongrass, rosemary or peppermint. Massage the oil into the scalp every other day to help stimulate blood flow to the hair follicle. Another way to use sweet almond oil is to soften and seal the ends of your hair. You can also combine small amount of sweet almond oil and with raw shea butterto each section of your twisted or plaited hair and it will leave your hair feeling soft without feeling too oily.

If you do not need extra moisture added to the hair directly, you can use the sweet almond oil as a hot oil treatment or a deep treatment. Such a treatment can be done every two weeks.

Mix equal parts of the sweet almond and castor oils and applying it to the scalp. This can provide the help that some desire for hair growth. Massage the oil into the scalp and leave on for 15 minutes. Wash the hair with a mild shampoo and towel dry.

Deep treatment- mix 4-10 drops of coconut oil with 1oz of sweet almond oil and one egg yolk. Mix well and add warm water (not too hot to avoid cooking the egg yolk). Wash your hair thoroughly and apply to a the scalp and hair while the hair is still wet. Leave on the hair for at least 15 minutes and then rinse.

Sweet almond oil has a short shelf life and can become rancid after a few weeks, so it is best to buy this oil in small quantities.

If you are allergic to nuts, sweet almond oil has should be avoided.