Apricot Kernel Amino Acids

Apricot Kernel Amino Acids 1
Apricot Kernel Amino Acids 2
AKA: Apricot protein amino acids
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Amino Acid
Acid
Clean
Apricot Kernel Amino Acids is a mixture of amino acids derived from the complete hydrolysis of apricot kernel
CAS #
69071-70-1
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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Apricot kernels have been valued in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda for centuries. The amino acids extracted from them represent a modern application of this ancient ingredient for protein-based skincare benefits.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR