SCO2™ Apricot Kernel Oil is obtained from upcycled apricot kernels sourced from fruit juice industry by-products and extracted using supercritical CO₂ technology. This solvent-free process helps preserve the oil’s native lipid profile while supporting purity and stability, without exposure to high temperatures.

Naturally rich in oleic (Omega-9) acid and linoleic (Omega-6) acid, SCO2™ Apricot Kernel Oil is well suited for skin and hair care formulations focused on nourishment, softness, and barrier comfort. After oil extraction, the remaining kernel material is further valorized within Normactive’s upcycling approach as Apricot Seed Powder, a dedicated exfoliating ingredient, enabling a true up2cycled ingredient loop.