{"product_id":"bitter-himalayan-apricot-kernels-150g","title":"Bitter Himalayan Apricot Kernels 150g","description":"\u003cp\u003eBitter Himalayan apricot kernels for homemade face masks and body scrubs — a \u003cstrong\u003e100% pure, single-ingredient natural exfoliant\u003c\/strong\u003e sourced directly from the Himalayan region of Pakistan, where some of the finest apricot kernels in the world are grown. These small brown kernels are the dried stones found inside apricots, and when ground they become a wonderfully effective beauty ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply grind the kernels using a pestle and mortar and mix with fine pink Himalayan salt, coconut oil or raw honey to create a luxurious, all-natural scrub that gently buffs away dead skin cells, leaving skin smooth, healthy and glowing. With \u003cstrong\u003eno additives or artificial ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e whatsoever, this is skincare stripped back to its simplest, purest form — and the resealable pouch is \u003cstrong\u003eplastic-free\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: this is a cosmetic ingredient for use in body and facial scrubs only — it is not sold as a food and is not for consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter apricot kernels naturally contain high levels of amygdalin, above the maximum limit set by the Food Standards Agency for apricot kernels sold for human consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Bitter Apricot Kernels — and that's all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind in a pestle and mortar and use in body or facial scrubs to help exfoliate the skin. Mix the ground kernels with raw honey for a hydrating mask, or combine with fine pink Himalayan salt, lavender oil and your favourite massage oil for a rejuvenating scrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I eat bitter apricot kernels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. These kernels are sold strictly as a cosmetic ingredient for scrubs and masks. They naturally contain amygdalin at levels above the FSA maximum permitted for apricot kernels sold as food, so they must not be consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I make a body scrub with apricot kernels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrind the kernels in a pestle and mortar, then mix with a carrier such as coconut oil, or combine with fine pink Himalayan salt and a few drops of essential oil. Massage gently onto damp skin and rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these kernels vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the pouch contains nothing but 100% pure apricot kernels, making them entirely plant-based and vegan-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do the kernels come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are sourced directly from the Himalayan region of Pakistan, renowned for producing exceptionally high-quality apricot kernels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the pouch sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Creative Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49246442389756,"sku":"CN5368","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/4683\/9207\/files\/CRN-14_large_8c2779b7-581c-4dbe-9cfa-8ef4926f88eb.jpg?v=1783072532","url":"https:\/\/econaturalproducts.co.uk\/products\/bitter-himalayan-apricot-kernels-150g","provider":"Eco Natural Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}