Everyday softness
Massage a few drops over slightly damp skin for a softer, more comfortable feel without beginning with a very rich texture.
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Bottled in Oregon ✦
Family-owned ✦
Veteran-owned ✦
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Single ingredient · Cold-pressed · Unrefined
Apricot Kernel Oil
A soft, lightweight botanical oil that makes face, body, hair-end, and massage routines feel simple—not clinical.
Softens dry-feeling skinSmooths dry-looking endsComfortable massage glide
Decision support
Is Apricot right for me?
Choose Apricot if…
- You want one oil for face, body + hair
- You prefer light over very rich
- You want easy massage glide
- You are new to botanical oils
At a glance
Quick specs
- Ingredient
- Apricot Kernel Oil
- Botanical
- Prunus armeniaca
- INCI
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Plant part
- Kernel
- Extraction
- Cold-pressed
- Processing
- Unrefined
- Country of origin
- Turkey
- Feel
- Soft + lightweight
- Bottled in
- Oregon
Three reasons to choose Apricot
Useful from face to hair ends.
Apricot earns its place by being adaptable: light enough for everyday use, smooth enough for massage, and simple enough for a first botanical oil.
Head-to-toe versatility
Use one bottle across face, body, cuticles, dry-looking hair ends, and pre-wash routines.
Easy to personalize
Use it alone or blend it with a lighter or richer oil as your routine, season, or preferred finish changes.
From product profile to real-life results
What you may notice.
Simple cosmetic changes you can see and feel when Apricot Kernel Oil is used sparingly and consistently in the right routine.
Softer-feeling, smoother-looking skin
Applied sparingly, this oil conditions the skin’s surface, helping dry-looking areas feel softer and appear smoother.
A soft, natural-looking glow
As the look of surface dryness is softened, skin may appear more supple and radiant. Start small and add only as needed.
A smoother finish where you use it
Massage over slightly damp skin, or smooth a trace over dry-looking hair ends so they look sleeker and feel softer.
What to expect: A softer feel, a smoother-looking finish, and a little everyday radiance. Start with a small amount and adjust it to suit your skin, hair, and preferred finish.
Everyday ritual
Three easy ways to use it.
Use a few drops wherever your routine needs softness, slip, or a smoother-looking finish.
Face · 2–3 drops
Massage onto damp skin.
Warm two or three drops between clean fingertips, then gently press or massage over the face and neck.
Body · As needed
Add comfortable glide.
Apply after bathing while skin is slightly damp, or use as part of a simple massage routine.
Hair · 1–2 drops
Start at the ends.
Smooth one or two drops over dry-looking ends, or use more before shampooing as part of a pre-wash routine.
Vitamins + fatty acids
Inside Apricot’s nutrient-rich profile.
Three standout components help explain the oil’s soft, silky feel, while the fuller profile stays tucked away until you want to explore more.
Oleic acid
Contributes easy spread and helps dry-feeling skin feel softer and smoother.
Linoleic acid
Adds light slip and helps explain the oil’s conditioned skin and hair feel.
Vitamin E
A naturally occurring antioxidant family often discussed within the oil’s botanical profile.
Explore the fuller botanical profile+
These fatty-acid groups help round out the oil’s soft, cushiony feel.
Plant sterols are often discussed as part of the oil’s broader botanical profile.
The overall blend helps explain Apricot Kernel Oil’s softness, slip, and versatility.
Selected customer favorites
Customer reviews
4.9 out of 5 · 116 reviews
★★★★★“I love how soft my skin feels with it and no odors whatsoever.”
★★★★★“Never tried apricot oil before. I was amazed at how light this oil is. It absorbs beautifully and last all day.”
★★★★★“I love this oil, mix it with my essential oils. Absorbs well and makes my sling happy!”
Why Bella Terra
Straightforward oils, bottled by a real family.
Bella Terra is family-owned, veteran-owned, and rooted in Oregon. The goal is simple: useful botanical essentials, clear choices, and support when you need it.
- Bottled with care in Oregon
- Single-ingredient focus
- Sizes from trial to studio
- 60-day free returns
Compare Apricot
Find the texture that fits your routine.
Start with texture and routine. The right oil is the one whose feel and purpose make sense for how you will actually use it.
OilTextureChoose it when…
Apricot KernelYour current pickSoft + lightOne versatile face, body + hair oil
Grape SeedVery lightYou want the quickest-feeling finish
Golden JojobaSilky + balancedYou want an easy everyday texture
Sweet AlmondSmooth + glidingBody care and massage are the priority
AvocadoRich + cushionyYou want fuller-feeling body care
Better together
Build an everyday duo.
Choose the second texture your routine needs. The purpose, synergy, and a simple way to use each pairing are right on the card.
Choose each oil separately below to build your routine.
Technical trust
The details, when you need them.
Product specifications+
Single ingredient · Apricot kernel · Cold-pressed · Unrefined · Topical use · Sourced from Turkey · Bottled in Oregon.
Storage+
Keep the bottle sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excess heat.
Origin + batch information+
Our Apricot Kernel Oil is sourced from apricot farms in Turkey through responsible sourcing relationships, then carefully bottled in Oregon. Contact Bella Terra with your order or batch information if you would like the records available for your current lot.
COA + SDS requests+
Contact Bella Terra to ask about documentation for the current product lot. Availability can vary by product and batch.
Quick answers
Before your first drop.
How much should I use?+
Start with two or three drops for the face or hair ends. Add more gradually for body care or massage.
Can I use it on both skin and hair?+
Yes. Apricot Kernel Oil can fit face, body, dry-looking hair ends, cuticle, massage, and pre-wash routines.
Which sizes include a dropper and pump?+
The 4 oz oil bottle includes a dropper and a pump. The 8 oz and 16 oz oil bottles use snap caps. The 2 oz and 32 oz sizes use their standard closures. Where a gallon pump option is offered, select that option and check its current availability.
Where does Apricot Kernel Oil come from?+
Our Apricot Kernel Oil is sourced from apricot farms in Turkey through responsible sourcing relationships, then carefully bottled by Bella Terra Oils in Oregon.
Which bottle sizes are glass or plastic?+
The 2 oz and 4 oz sizes come in amber glass. The 8 oz and 16 oz sizes come in BPA-free plastic. The 32 oz uses the clear, natural-color handled jug shown in the gallery, and the gallon uses the larger tall rectangular natural-color jug.
How do 60-day free returns work?+
Try Apricot Kernel Oil in your routine for up to 60 days from delivery. If it is not the right fit, contact Bella Terra Oils and we will help with the next step. Final eligibility, return instructions, and any exclusions are explained in our refund policy.
Is anything added?+
No. Apricot Kernel Oil is the only listed ingredient.
Can I consume this oil?+
No. Bella Terra carrier oils are intended for topical or aromatic use, not internal consumption.
Should I patch test first?+
Yes. Patch test a small amount before broader use, especially if your skin is sensitive or you are trying the oil for the first time.
One oil. Clear reasons.