Kyounin Yu

Kyounin Yu is an emollient cosmetic oil pressed from apricot kernels (Prunus armeniaca). It's chosen to condition skin, increase slip, and promote a soft, smooth finish in creams, body oils, and massage blends.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
An apricot kernel oil that softens skin and relieves tightness.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support, Hydration
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

Low

Skin Benefits

Nourishes to leave skin feeling supple and comfortable, helping to relieve tightness from dehydration.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in rich creams, massage oils, cleansing oils, and lip treatments for added emolliency.

Comedogenic Rating

Kyounin Yu has a comedogenic rating of 2. It has a low likelihood of clogging pores but may not suit all skin types.

Safety

Low general irritation risk, but those with nut/seed sensitivities should exercise caution. Very oily or acne-prone users may prefer lighter application to avoid a heavy feel.

Is Kyounin Yu a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a gentle emollient rich in fatty acids that softens skin and helps reduce dryness, with a long record of cosmetic use. Its effects stay mainly conditioning rather than strongly corrective, which is why it doesn't rate higher.