Prunus Domestica Seed Oil

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil is an emollient oil cold-pressed from plum seeds. Moisturizers and balms value it for softening feel, occlusive barrier support, and a silky slip without a heavy finish.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Plum seed oil that softens skin and locks in moisture.
Category
Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning, Hydration
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Softens rough areas, locks in moisture, and boosts suppleness while maintaining a lightweight feel on skin.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Included in face oils, rich creams, body butters, and overnight masks to improve nourishment and reduce transepidermal water loss.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Low likelihood of irritation, though rare allergy to seed oils or aromatic components can occur. Patch test if fragrance-sensitive. Avoid use on compromised skin until healed.

Is Prunus Domestica Seed Oil a Good Ingredient?

It's rated Good: it's a fatty-acid-rich emollient that reinforces the skin barrier and is generally stable and low in irritation, making it suitable for broad skin types. It provides slip and softness without relying on actives that commonly sting.

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