Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal

PRU

8/10

Concern level

High concern

A plant-derived cosmetic abrasive made from the residual meal left after oil is pressed from sweet almond seeds. It is used primarily as a gentle-to-moderate physical exfoliant, texturizer, and bulking ingredient in scrubs, cleansers, masks, and some cleansing powders. CIR has reaffirmed it as safe for topical cosmetic use under current practices of use and concentration.

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Improves Texture

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.50% - 27.00%

CAS Number: 90320-37-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin4/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin2/10

acne prone3/10

mature skin4/10

normal skin6/10

Interactions

incompatible with: avoid combining with strong chemical exfoliants on the same application if skin is sensitive, avoid combining with retinoids in the same routine if irritation-prone, avoid use over compromised skin barrier or open lesions, avoid if the user has a known almond/tree-nut allergy

Risks & Warnings

Main concerns are mechanical irritation from abrasion, especially on sensitive, inflamed, compromised, or acne-excoriated skin, and possible allergic reaction in people with tree-nut allergy or almond sensitivity. Fine particulate forms may also pose incidental inhalation concerns if used in powders or sprays. Avoid aggressive rubbing and use caution around eyes and broken skin.

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