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Sweet Almond Oil

	Almonds

Sweet Almond Oil is considered to be an affordable all-purpose carrier oil to keep on hand.

Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage by Len Price mentions that Sweet Almond Oil contains approximately 8% saturated fat, 65% oleic acid (an omega-9 fatty acid) and 27% linoleic acid (an omega-6 essential fatty acid). [Len Price with Ian Smith and Shirley Price, Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage (United Kingdom: Riverhead, 1999), 33.]

Botanical Name: Prunus amygdalus var. dulcus

	Shelled Almond

Aroma: Light. Sweet and Nutty.

Viscosity: Medium.

Absorption/Feel: Leaves a Slight Hint of Oil on the Skin. Absorbs Semi-quickly.

Color: Virtually Clear With a Yellow Tinge.

Shelf Life: 12 Months.

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