Our Apricot Kernel Oil (Prunus arrmeniaca) is expeller pressed, and lighter in texture than the cold pressed oil. It has a mild nutty scent & flavor, similar to sweet almond oil. The expeller pressed Refined Apricot Kernel Oil is a better choice for high heat applications like sauteing, frying, and all-purpose cooking. It has a high fatty acid composition profile and excellent emollient properties making it perfect for use as a carrier oil in aromatherapy mixtures, massage oils, shampoo and conditioners, and for soap making.