INCI name

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS FRUIT EXTRACT

Sweet almond fruit extract

An extract of the fruit of the sweet almond tree.

What it is

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the sweet almond tree, Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis. CosIng lists it as hair conditioning and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, body care products, shampoos and conditioners.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

This is a fruit extract and is listed separately from sweet almond oil, which has its own INCI name.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (39)

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