Plum Kernel Oil

Plum Kernel Oil (INCI Prunus Domestica Seed Oil) is a cold-pressed kernel oil with oleic acid at 60–75% and linoleic at 18–28%. A premium Prunus carrier with a profile close to apricot kernel and sweet almond, distinguished by a natural marzipan-like note that carries into finished products.

• Also known as: Plum Kernel Oil, Prune Kernel Oil, Alu Bukhara Oil, Prunus Oil
• Botanical name: Prunus domestica
• Plant part used: Seed (kernel)
• INCI name: Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Pale golden yellow; Mild, slightly sweet-almond like
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 12–18 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Oleic acid (C18:1) (60–75%) — High oleic — deep emolliency, skin softening, moisture retention
• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (18–28%) — Skin-barrier conditioning, soothing
• Palmitic acid (C16:0) (5–8%) — Skin conditioning
• Stearic acid (C18:0) (1–3%) — Emulsification support
• Vitamin E (Tocopherols) (Trace) — Natural oxidative protection

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, hair conditioning oils and luxury body oils.

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Plum Kernel 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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