Almond Meal

Almond Meal 1
AKA: Ground almond, Almond flour, Almond powder
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Almond Meal is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Effective at 16.0%
Form
Powder
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Gently exfoliates skin
Provides antioxidant protection
Helps moisturize and soften skin
Traditional Use
Ground almonds have been used in skincare for thousands of years, particularly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean beauty traditions as a gentle exfoliant and skin-softening agent. Historical use includes incorporation into face masks and scrubs for gentle cleansing.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
5.0%
27.0%
0%38%
Reported use
CIR reported use: .5-27
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Rough Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR