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Source of validity: Traditional
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Apricot, particularly apricot kernel oil, has a long history of traditional use in skincare, including for treating wrinkles and other signs of aging. In traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, apricot oil has been applied topically to moisturize the skin, improve elasticity, and reduce the appearance of fine lines. The rationale is based on its emollient properties and its content of vitamins (notably vitamin E) and essential fatty acids, which are thought to nourish and soften the skin.

However, scientific validation for apricot’s effectiveness specifically in reducing wrinkles is limited. While some in vitro studies and cosmetic industry literature suggest that apricot oil may help maintain skin barrier function and offer antioxidant benefits, robust clinical trials demonstrating anti-wrinkle efficacy in humans are lacking. Most of the evidence remains anecdotal or theoretical, based on the known properties of its constituents rather than direct clinical outcomes. Therefore, while its use is rooted in tradition, the evidence supporting its effectiveness for treating wrinkles is weak by modern scientific standards.

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