Almond

Scientific name: Prunus amygdalus dulcis.

Common name: almond.

English name: almond.

Parts used: seeds.

Components: lipids, triglycerides of fatty acids (oleic and linoleic acids), proteins, polysaccharides.

Properties: for sensitive, fragile and dry skins; emollient and nourishing; effective in preventing the onset of stretch marks.

Suggested use: almond oil applied externally is useful against eczema, itching, and cracked skin.

Curiosity: a handful of sweet almonds makes a highly nutritional snack.