Possible benefits of almond oil for the skin

Almond oil mostly remains at the surface of the skinTrusted Source, so any effects take place there.

Some believe that the oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, or anticarcinogenic properties and that it may help wounds heal. There is little direct evidence for most of these claims, however.

Below, we describe common uses of almond oil on the skin and what researchers have to say.

Dermatitis, eczema, or dry skin

Almond oil is both a moisturizer and an emollientTrusted Source.

Moisturizers supply water to the skin and hold it in with an oily substance. Emollients smooth the skin, filling in little gaps. Rather than adding moisture, they help the skin retain it by improving its barrier function.

Many people use almond oil to help treat common skin conditions, such as dermatitis and eczema. In general, there is good evidence that moisturizers improve eczemaTrusted Source.

One study showed that a moisturizer containing sweet almond oil reduced the symptoms of moderate or severe hand dermatitis.