Prunus Domestica Seed Oil

Bedst

Emollient

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil at a glance

  • Smooths and helps soften skin and lips
  • Contains antioxidant compounds + vitamins
  • Oil expressed from the seeds of the plum fruit
  • Rich source of replenishing omega + other fatty acids
  • Deemed safe as used in cosmetics

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil description

_Prunus domestica_ seed oil, also known as plum kernel, plum seed oil and plum oil, is an oil extracted from the seeds of the plum fruit. Plum seed oil is from the same plant family as the almond, but does not share the tree nut proteins that are problematic for those with nut sensitivities. Interestingly, plum seed oil has a faint, almond-like odor. Its primary use in cosmetics and skin care is as an antioxidant-enriched emollient. The plum kernel oil is comprised of triglycerides and multiple fatty acids, such as palmitic, stearic and omega fatty acids including oleic and linoleic acid. The oil is also a source of vitamins A, C and E. Chlorogenic acids are one of the main antioxidants outside of the vitamins. Topical application of plum seed oil is also known to help prevent the buildup of harmful biofilms on skin’s surface. As such, it plays a supporting role in maintaining skin’s microbiome. This oil is typically cold-pressed for use in cosmetics, since this method preserves the oils mix of beneficial nutrients. Use levels of _Prunus domestica_ seed oil in skin care range from 1–100%, although lower amounts may be used when the oil is part of a blend. _Prunus domestica_ seed oil is considered safe as used in cosmetics.

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil references

  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, January 2024, pages 1–32
  • Molecules, October 2023, pages 1–18
  • Frontiers in Nutrition, November 2021, pages 1–13
  • Biomolecules, February 2020, pages 1–11
  • Journal of Food Lipids, May 2009, pages 187–199

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ratings af ingredienser

Bedst

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God

Nødvendigt for at forbedre en formulerings tekstur, stabilitet eller penetration.

Middel

Generelt ikke-irriterende, men kan have kosmetiske, stabilitetsmæssige eller andre problemer, der begrænser dets anvendelighed.

Dårlig

Der er risiko for irritation. Risikoen øges, når det kombineres med andre problematiske ingredienser.

Dårligst

Kan forårsage irritation, inflammation, tørhed osv. Kan være en fordel i nogle tilfælde, men generelt har man påvist, at ingrediensen gør mere skade end gavn.

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