Almond Meal
AKA “Ground almond, Almond flour, Almond powder”
Ingredient
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Ingredient Facts
Almond meal
AKA: Ground almond, Almond flour, Almond powder
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Almond Meal is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Effective at 16.0%
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Gently exfoliates skin
Provides antioxidant protection
Helps moisturize and soften skin
Traditional Use
Ground almonds have been used in skincare for thousands of years, particularly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean beauty traditions as a gentle exfoliant and skin-softening agent. Historical use includes incorporation into face masks and scrubs for gentle cleansing.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Rough Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
5.0%
27.0%
0%38%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: .5-27
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR