Common Name(s): Apricot kernel oil propylene glycol esters,apricot kernel oil propylene glycol esters,botanical oil/butter,emollient efa source
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides emollient conditioning from fatty acid triglycerides โ oleic, linoleic, and linolenic acids supporting barrier lipid supplementation and ceramide precursor delivery.
Why It's Used: Apricot kernel oil propylene glycol esters is selected for its ester molecular architecture โ the specific acid and alcohol fragments of apricot kernel oil propylene glycol esters determine the logp, spreading coefficient, and skin adhesion profile unavailable from any other functional ingredient class.
How It Works: Fatty acid triglycerides integrate into sc: oleic (c18:1) provides fluid emolliency; linoleic (c18:2) serves as ceramide precursor; alpha-linolenic (c18:3) provides anti-inflammatory eicosanoid competition.
Typically Found In: Skin care,barrier repair
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Conditional - basis not stated in source record; supplier origin confirmation required to determine what evidence applies
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: status downgraded on audit. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Verify specific oil's efa composition and oxidative stability index for target application and shelf life.
Last Verified: 2026-03-22
Primary Sources: Cosing database,apricot kernel oil propylene glycol botanical oil review