Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) seed meal

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AKA: Sweet Almond Seed Meal
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Plant-Derived
Clean
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal is a cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
90320-37-9
Form
Powder
Functions
Abrasive
Physical Exfoliant
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Gently polishes surface
Traditional Use
Used for centuries in traditional European and Middle Eastern skincare as a gentle exfoliant and skin softener. Ground almond meal was a common ingredient in beauty preparations for its mild abrasive and emollient properties.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR