Prunus domestica
✾ The Skin Cushion
Source: Produced from the kernels found inside plum pits. It’s also called plum seed oil.
Origins: Sourced from growing regions around the world, including France and elsewhere in Europe, China, and the United States.
Character: Rich in oleic acid and vitamin E, with essential fatty acids. It’s prized for its velvety feel and skin-softening properties.
ꕥ Why We Love It
Feel: Velvety and lightweight, it absorbs beautifully with an elegant skin feel.
Skin: Softens and cushions the skin, supports a smooth, radiant-looking finish, and helps nourish dry or delicate skin.
Aroma: A naturally subtle, marzipan-like scent.
⚘ A Closer Look
The prized plum.
Among the many varieties used for plum oil, the French prune d’Ente is particularly prized for its naturally almond-like aroma, often compared to marzipan or almond pastry.
Naturally fragrant.
The distinctive aroma develops naturally in the kernel itself, with no added fragrance required.
✧ Good to Know
Patch test first. Plum kernels are related to almonds, so take extra care if you’re sensitive to nuts or stone fruits.
Store it cool and dark. Keep it tightly capped, away from heat and light, to protect its freshness.
✦ Common Questions
Is plum kernel oil the same as plum seed oil?
Yes. Both names describe the oil pressed from the kernel, or seed, found inside the plum pit. On ingredient labels it’s often listed as Plum Seed Oil or Prunus domestica Seed Oil.
Why does plum kernel oil smell like almonds?
Plums and almonds are close relatives in the same plant genus, Prunus. Their kernels share a naturally sweet, bitter-almond note, which is why the oil is often compared to marzipan.
Is plum kernel oil good for oily skin?
Its lightweight, fast-absorbing texture suits most skin types, including combination skin. It’s especially loved by dry or delicate skin, and as with any oil, it’s best to patch test first.
❀ Find It In
Plum kernel oil appears in these ZenStream blends.
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Harmonia Facial Oil Duo$56.00 -
Plumberry Silk | Daily Facial Oil$30.00
