Where To Buy Sweet Almond Oil In The UK

Wondering where to buy sweet almond oil in the UK? I use it all the time, so to help you out, here are all my favourite shops – online and offline.

I’m a big fan of using sweet almond all around my home – whether it’s to clean and freshen my home, or to use to in homemade skincare products.

If you’re looking to buy sweet almond oil, then let me save you time by listing all my favourite places to shop for it in the UK. I’ve included organic, plastic-free, and bulk options to make this guide as useful as possible for you.

Where To Buy Sweet Almond Oil Online

Here are all of my favourite places to buy sweet almond oil in the UK for all your natural cleaning and beauty needs:

Tisserand

Tisserand (from £7.50) is one of my top places to purchase sweet almond oil. The almonds are ethically harvested in the US, before being cold-pressed and then bottled in West Sussex in a 100% recycled plastic bottle.

The oil is 100% pure, with absolutely no synthetic chemicals or fragrances added.

Get 15% off your first order when you sign up for the Tisserand mailing list.

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Big Green Smile

If you are after organic sweet almond oil, then try Big Green Smile. Here, you can pick up Dr Organic 100% pure sweet almond oil for £13.40 for a 100 ml bottle.

It’s certified organic by the Soil Association. And Dr Organic is also a certified B Corp, and certified cruelty-free and vegan by PETA.

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Neal’s Yard

Neal’s Yard (£15 for 100 ml) is another place to go for organic almond oil. Its oil is certified organic and cruelty-free. It’s also the place to go if you’d rather avoid plastic – this oil comes in a recyclable and reusable blue glass bottle.

Get 15% off your first order when you sign up for the Neal’s Yard mailing list.

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Holland & Barrett

If you are shopping on the high street, then try Holland & Barrett (also available online). Here, you can pick up Miaroma sweet almond oil in various sizes – from 100 ml bottles through to 500 ml bottles, from £6.50.

This one is blended with sunflower seed oil – so if you’d rather use pure almond oil, then this is something to bear in mind.

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Etsy

If you are looking for sweet almond oil in larger or bulk quantities, then Etsy is a great place to try.

Etsy may be a site better known for handmade items from crafters, but it’s also a great spot to pick up supplies for making green cleaning or natural beauty products. For example, in Etsy shops like The Soapery, you can pick up sweet almond oil in quantites as small as 10 ml to 500ml, right through to anything between 1 and 25 litres!

Prices are reasonable too – if you need one litre, it costs just £9.49. If you just need a smaller quantity, 250 ml costs £5.89,

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iHerb

Finally, iHerb is another place to check out. It sells Now Solutions oil, from £4.44 for 118 ml, that’s made from 100% sweet almond oil. Its oil is guaranteed non-GMO, which means it is sourced from non-genetically modified almonds.

What’s The Difference Between Almond Oil & Sweet Almond Oil?

You might have noticed that some of these produced are labelled as sweet almond oil, and then, others, like Neal’s Yard, are labelled as almond oil. As such, you might be wondering what the difference is.

The good news is that there’s really no difference at all. Both can be used in green cleaning and natural beauty applications interchangably.

Labels often just say “almond oil” as there’s another type of almond oil – bitter almond oil – which can be poisonous in large doses. Bitter almonds contain compounds that make their oil unsuitable for everyday use, and it tends to only be used in tiny amounts for fragrance or flavouring. Because of this, skincare and household product makers tend to stick to sweet almond oil and often shorten the name for simplicity.

Why Sweet Almond Oil Is A Useful Ingredient To Have On Hand

Sweet almond oil works well in both natural cleaning and natural beauty recipes, because it’s a gentle, versatile oil that blends well with other ingredients.

When it comes to beauty products, the oil is lightweight and moisturising, and is easily absorbed into your skin and hair. Meanwhile, its natural fatty acids support skin barrier health, making it a great base for homemade lotions, massage oils, and makeup removers.

In cleaning, sweet almond oil is useful because it can lift and dissolve sticky residues like wax, adhesive, and crayon marks without harsh chemicals. It also conditions wood and leather, restoring shine while protecting surfaces from drying out. And because it’s mild and non-toxic, it’s a gentle option – especially compared to chemical-laden polishes.

DIY Recipes To Try With Sweet Almond Oil

If you want to use sweet almond oil around your home, then here are a few ideas to help get you started:

• If you have small children, you can use sweet almond oil to make a homemade nappy rash cream, provided they don’t have any nut allergies.
• You can use the oil to naturally remove makeup.
• For a natural shave, you can make your own shaving cream using the oil.
• You can make your own lip balm without any plastic.
• And if you want to freshen your home naturally, you can make your own homemade reed diffuser. It’s made with, you guessed it, almond oil.

Tips For Storing & Using Sweet Almond Oil

Almond oil is a great thing to have around the home, as it is so versatile. It also tends to keep for quite a while after opening – sometimes by as much as a year. You can help extend its life by storing it in a cool, dark place, away from sunlight or heat sources.

I’ve heard of some people even storing it in the fridge, but I live in Scotland, and I’ve never needed to do that.

Got an old bottle and not sure if it’s still safe to use? You can give it a sniff. If you notice a bitter, acrid, or “off” smell, then that’s a sign that the oil has spoiled and is no longer safe for use.