Description
Apricare Organic Apricot Kernels 500g: Raw, Vegan and Made for Cosmetic Use
Apricare organic apricot kernels are raw, vegan and certified organic, packed in a 500g resealable pouch. According to the pack, they are intended for cosmetic use, most commonly as a natural exfoliating ingredient in a simple do-it-yourself scrub. If you prefer to make your own skin care at home, they are an easy, single-ingredient place to start.
Important: for cosmetic use only
The label states that all raw apricot kernels contain hydrogen cyanide (also known as amygdalin or Vitamin B17) and may be harmful if consumed. These kernels are sold for external cosmetic use and are not a snack or food ingredient. Please keep them out of reach of children and pets.
What is in the pouch
- Ingredient: certified organic apricot kernels, nothing else
- Raw, vegan and natural, with the USDA Organic seal on the pack
- Non-GMO and non-irradiated, according to the label
- Sourced from wild apricot trees, with the apricots harvested by hand and the kernels air dried slowly and gently
- Imported kernels, packed in Australia
- Pack notes that the kernels are rich in oleic acid and healthy fats
How to use them as a natural exfoliant
The pack describes apricot kernels as a natural exfoliating medium. Finely ground, they help lift dead cells from the surface of the skin, leaving it feeling smoother and more supple, without drying it out.
The label suggests a simple scrub recipe:
- Combine 1 cup of finely crushed apricot kernel powder with 1/2 cup of unsweetened yoghurt
- Apply to the face and massage gently into the skin
- Leave it to dry for 15 minutes, then rinse
Because the scrub is made fresh, it suits anyone who likes knowing exactly what goes onto their skin. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive, and avoid the eye area.
Storage
For best results, keep the pouch refrigerated and reseal it after each use. Check the Best Before date on the back of the pack.
Where it fits in your routine
Many people add a gentle scrub to their weekly routine alongside a cleanser and moisturiser. If you are building a routine, you might browse our natural face care range or our body care range for products that pair well with a homemade scrub. You can also see more certified organic products in store.
Organic or raw?
Both Apricare options are raw. This organic version carries the organic certification, while the Apricare raw apricot kernels are also available in 500g and 1kg if you want a larger pack.
Good to know
- Size: 500g pouch
- Brand: Apricare, packaged for Newstart Health Supplies
- Dispatch: fast 24 hour dispatch from Wallaby Wellness, Monday to Friday
Sales of Apricare apricot kernels also support groups in Australia and overseas, including orphanages in Cambodia and other parts of Asia, as noted on the pack.
