Cherry Seed Oil

Cherry Seed Oil (INCI Prunus Avium Seed Oil) is a cold-pressed kernel oil balanced evenly between oleic and linoleic at 35–45% each. The balance gives a light, fast-absorbing feel with reasonable stability.

• Also known as: Cherry Seed Oil, Cherry Kernel Oil, Sweet Cherry Oil, Prunus avium Kernel Oil
• Botanical name: Prunus avium
• Plant part used: Seed (kernel)
• INCI name: Prunus Avium Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Light yellow; Mild, slightly sweet
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 12–18 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Oleic acid (C18:1) (35–45%) — Emollient, skin softening
• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (35–45%) — Skin-barrier conditioning, soothing
• Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) (3–5%) — Soothing, skin-conditioning
• Palmitic acid (C16:0) (5–8%) — Skin conditioning
• Blends well with rosehip, apricot kernel, argan and vitamin E.

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base
• Common applications: facial serums, mature-skin-positioned formulations, sensitive skin care and lightweight body oils.

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Cherry Seed Oil?
Most buyers use it at 2–10% in emulsions; 10–30% in facial oil serums; 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base. As with any new carrier oil, pilot-test in your specific base before committing to a full production run.

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