Almond Oil for Skin, Face and Under-Eye: How to Use It

Badam rogan – almond oil – has been used by Indian families for skin, hair and baby massage for generations. Sweet almond oil is light, mild and absorbs without feeling heavy.

For the face

Wash your face and pat it slightly damp.
Warm 2–3 drops between your fingertips.
Press gently onto cheeks, forehead and chin.
Use at night so it can absorb fully.

Those with very oily or acne-prone skin should try it on a small area first.

For the under-eye area

Dab one drop with your ring finger, using gentle taps from the inner to the outer corner. Avoid getting it into your eyes. Many people use it as a simple night-time routine for dry under-eye skin.

As a make-up remover

Massage a few drops over the face, including gently over closed eyes, then wipe with a warm damp cloth.

For the body

Apply on damp skin after a bath, especially on elbows, knees and shins in winter.

For hair

Mix almond oil with castor oil or coconut oil for a nourishing hair oil, or use a drop on dry ends.

Sweet almond vs bitter almond

Sweet almond oil is the one used for skin and baby care. Bitter almond oil is different and is not used the same way – make sure your bottle says sweet almond.

Important

Anyone with a nut allergy should avoid almond oil.
Patch test before first use.
Choose pure oil with no added fragrance or mineral oil.

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