Prunus Domestica Seed Oil

Functions
Emollient
Nourishing
Antioxidant
Fragrance
Skin conditioning
CAS Number(s)
90082-87-4
EINECS number(s)
290-179-3
FDA UNII
67EIU8N086

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil is the common prune kernel oil obtained by cold pressing the almond of the kernel of the dehydrated plum, which is then filtered. It is a cold-pressed, golden-colored, and wonderfully perfumed oil.

The kernels of Virgin prunus are dried and shelled to collect almonds. Then, these almonds are shelled and cold-pressed. The obtained oil is finally settled and filtered.

Prunus Domestica seed oil is composed of around 70% of oleic acid and 20% of linoleic acid (Ω 6). The total content of polyunsaturated fatty acid is around 90%. Its fatty acid composition is close to the one of fruit kernel oils (apricot, almond, peach).

Prunus Domestica seed oil also contains 0.5 % unsaponifiable matter and has high tocopherol (Vitamin E) content, thus showing high oxidative stability. Unsaponifiable fraction also contains β-sitosterol and Δ5-avenasterol.

This cold-pressed oil has softening, nourishing, moisturizing, and emollient properties. It is especially indicated for mature and dry skin.

Prunus Domestica seed oil leaves the skin with an exceptional silky feeling. It also has a unique pleasant natural fragrance. The "top note" reminds of bitter almond, and the "dry down note" leads to a more complex fruity fragrance. Its use in "perfume-free products" and in dry skin products is recommended. As a dry oil, it penetrates quickly leaving it smooth.

Synonyms
Virgin prunus oil
Plum Seed Oil

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