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Making almond oil at home can be a gratifying process, though it’s important to note that true almond oil extraction at home—creating pure oil from almonds—typically requires special oil pressing equipment. However, you can create a high-quality infused almond oil using raw almonds and a carrier oil to harness many of the benefits of almonds for your skin and hair. Here’s how to do it:
Ingredients:
Raw almonds
A carrier oil (such as coconut oil, olive oil, or grapeseed oil)
Equipment:
Oven
Food processor or blender
Slow cooker or double boiler
Strainer or cheesecloth
Clean, dry jar for storage
Steps to Make Infused Almond Oil:
1. Prepare the Almonds:
Start by purchasing high-quality raw almonds. If they’re not already blanched (skin removed), you might want to blanch them to remove the skins for a more refined oil.
Toast the almonds lightly in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes. This step helps to enhance their natural oils and flavors.
2. Grind the Almonds:
Once the almonds are toasted and cooled, grind them into a fine meal using a food processor or blender. The finer the almonds are ground, the more surface area there is to extract the oil.
3. Infuse the Oil:
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