Almond

Prunus dulcis

 

Almond oil, obtained by pressing almonds native to Iran and the middle east, is a rich fine oil that moisturises and softens the skin and hair. It is used in high quality cosmetics to improve the appearance of the skin, and may have anti-inflammatory properties.

 

Almond meal is the residue left after pressing the oil, and this is used as a gentle exfoliant in scrubs to slough off dead cells and clean the pores.