Carrier oils are used to
dilute Essential oils, CO2's, and absolutes before applying to the skin
in Aromatherapy. Different carrier oils offer different
properties and the choice of carrier oil depends on the aromatherapy
benefit being sought.
Aromatherapy can help ease a wide assortment of ailments.
Aromatherapy can ease aches, pains and injuries, while relieving the
discomforts of many health problems. Essential oils also act on
the central nervous system, relieving depression and anxiety, reducing
stress, relaxing, uplifting, sedating or stimulating.
Aromatherapy helps restore both physical and emotional well-being.
Pure Carrier Oils for Your
Aromatherapy needs For additional carrier oil prices E-mail us here.
Almond Oil,
Sweet - One of the top
choices
of Aromatherapists
as it is good for all skin types. A very good
massage oil it is beneficial for dry skin and helps relieve
itching,
soreness and dryness. It is reported to be soothing,
healing, lubricating, softening, revitalizing and nourishing.
Good for sensitive or irritated skin. This oil is a
very
pale
yellow with a slight nutty odor. It is a little heavier than other
oils and may stain the sheets if you use it in massage.
It is an excellent skin lubricant and contains olein glyceride
linoleic
acid. It is rich in minerals, vitamins and proteins. Note: Sweet Almond oil is considered to be a
good all-purpose carrier oil to keep on hand and is moderately
priced. Do not confuse this oil
with Bitter Almond
Essential Oil: That
particular oil is never used in aromatherapy as it may
cause prussic acid poisoning.
Apricot
Kernel: Prunus Armeniaca
- Good oil for face, and beauty
treatments
such as Body Oils and Lotions. Can be used as
a light massage oil as it is easily absorbed. Should be refrigerated
after opening. Good for all skin types, especially sensitive or dry,
dehydrating,
maturing
skin This is a pale yellow oil with a light
texture. It is produced from the seed of the Apricot and is rich in
vitamins and minerals. Note: The
semi-oily texture makes this oil helpful in massage blends.
Avocado Oil: Parsea
Americana
Ours is unrefined - Good for dermal
regeneration. Also good for
dry, dull dehydrated skin, Aging skin and eczema. Should be
blended with other oils such as sweet almond 10-25%. This
oil is a rich, dark green that is very nutritious and
penetrates easily. Contains Essential fatty acids, minerals, protein,
Vitamins A, B, E and beta carotene. The refined oil is
light yellow with little odor and fewer nutrients. Note: If not carefully used or used in a small
dilution with another carrier, it may overpower a blend.
Borage
Seed: A good skin rejuvenator. Excellent
for all skin types especially maturing skin. Best to use in a
blend of 10% as it is a rich and expensive
oil.
This oil is high in GLA (gammen lenoleic acid) GLA is
an important fatty acid that helps maintain healthy skin and repairs
skin which has been damaged by the sun.
Note: Is said to be excellent in treating many skin conditions.
Borage oil is expensive and is usually blended in a small (often 10%)
dilution with other carrier oils. It goes rancid rather quickly.
Castor
Oil: Used mainly for hair conditions such as dry,
brittle,
damaged hair or hair loss. Also used as a liver compress to help
cleanse the liver. This is a very thick oil with
a prominent odor and slightly sticky texture.
Fractionated
Coconut Oil
(liquid) (Actually a distilled coconut oil that has a long life
span) Shelf-Life:Indefinite This is one of the most
preferred
oils for Aromatherapists, along with jojoba mainly because of
its' light texture and long shelf life. It is easily absorbed making
it a good massage oil base. An extremely light, clear oil
which is odorless. Warning: Some people may be allergic to this
oil.
Virgin
Coconut
Oil/Butter - Coconut oil is,
according to folkloric tales, good for many ailments, from
wounds, burns, lice, ect. It also has anti-microbal activity. Coconut
oil is an edible oil that has been
consumed in tropical places for thousands of years. Studies done on
native diets high in coconut consumption show that these populations
are generally in good health, and don't suffer as much from many of the
modern diseases of western nations.
Coconut oil was once prevalent in western countries like the United
States as well. With a long shelf life and a melting point of 76
degrees, it was a favorite in the baking industry. But a negative
campaign against saturated fats in general, and the tropical oils in
particular, led to most food manufacturers abandoning coconut
oil Link to more health information
http://www.coconutoil.com/research.htm
Cocoa Butter - Pure -
Cold pressed
- ointment
consistency - Theobroma cacao - is also known as oil of
theobroma,(Latin
for food of the gods) it is obtained by grinding roasted cacoa beans
and
then separating the vegetable fat. It is used by plantation workers to
protect and soften skin. It is a popular ingredient in commercially
produced
hand, body and face creams. Like the Shea Butter its benefit is
it
use as an emollient to soften the dries of skins, it is said to be
beneficial in the treatment and
prevention
of stretchmarks if applied daily to the abdomen, breasts and thighs. It
is solid, but melts at body temperature. A derivative of the cocoa bean
(Theobromine) a bitter colourless alkaloid is used in medicine as a
diuretic
and cardiac stimulant. Aroma: Unrefined
cocoa butter is rich and very sweet . It has a chocolaty, "cocoa"
aroma. The cocoa aroma is less noticeable in refined cocoa butter.
Texture: Solid and hard to
work with at room temperate. Breaks into pieces.
Color: Yellowish tan. Note: Cocoa butter needs to be blended
with other materials/oils to be workable. Suitable for use in lotions
and creams.
Emu Oil:
- Shelf-Life: Emu oil lacks long chain fatty acids
which makes it conducive to a long shelf-life. Aids in the relief of
burns, skin ailments, sore joints, muscles
aches,
etc. Also good for psoriasis, eczema, scarring,
swelling, latex dermatitis, rhinitis, keliods, contact
dermatitis,
Reduce roseola from rashes, acne inflammation,
radiation treatments, hemorrhoids, rheumatism, arthritis and bursitis,
callused feet, Achilles tendonitis sprains, sports
related injuries, skin chlorine irritation, tired muscles, razor burn
and nicks Moisturize cracked, chapped skin,
sunburn, prevent blistering , diaper rash, minor cuts and
scratches, bug bites, canker sores and cold sores, itching and
burning of rashes, Moisturizer, dry, irritated nasal passages, stretch
marks, under-eye puffiness, age spots, wrinkles,
cuticles and nails, a natural emollient that is suitable for
both skin care and cosmetics. The emu oil is rendered from a
thick layer of fat on the back of the
emu bird, yielding 5 - 7 liters of unsaturated,
non-toxic, highly penetrating oil. It is generally between creamy
pale yellow or creamy white depending if it has been
rectified or not. It contains a high level of linolenic acid, known
to temporarily ease joint pain. It also contains oleic
acid, which produces an anti-inflammatory effect It has virtually no
aroma and does not clog pores
Grapeseed:
Vitis Vinifera
- Good for acne
and oily skin. A good oil for those whose skin does not seem to absorb
oils easily. This is one of the most common oils used for
massage.
If it is used in skin care products it is usually blended with other
more nutrient rich carrier oils. This is a fine
textured,
light green oil with a very low odor and a satiny finish. It absorbs
well without feeling greasy. It contains vitamins, minerals,
protein, GLA and some vitamin E. This oil is solvent extracted and some
Aromatherapists prefer not to
use it for this reason.
Hazelnut
Oil: Corylus Avallana - Good for facial
blends for oily or combination skin. It is easily absorbed and slightly
astringent. Should be used in dilution with other carrier oils
due to its strong aroma. This is a pale yellow, fine
textured oil with a strong nutty aroma. It contains vitamins, minerals,
proteins, and essential fatty acids. Note:
It is said to be a good choice for those with oilier skin.
Jojoba:
Simmondsia Chinesis - Shelf-Life: Indefinite Great for
mature, aging skin and
wrinkles although good for all skin types. Particularly beneficial in
facial and body oils as well as hair treatments. This is not really
an oil but a liquid wax which is derived from the jojoba bean. It
is very similar to our own body oil secretion
known as sebum. It is rich in Vitamin E and will not turn rancid
like other oils as it has antioxidant properties. Note: It is a somewhat pricier oil and
is frequently blended in a small dilution (10%) with other oils. It has
a very long shelf-life.
Olive Oil: Oleo
Europaea - Shelf-Life: Can be stored without refrigeration for up to 1
yr.
It is best to use the Extra Virgin, Cold pressed Oil. It is a
good oil for skin care, especially dry skin. It makes an
excellent conditioner for hair and nails. A good oil for making salves,
suppositories and infusions. This is a heavier oil so
dilute it 10% in other carrier oils. This is a dark green oil which is
rich in minerals, vitamins, and proteins and
essential
fatty acids, especially alpha linolenic acid Note: If not carefully used or used in a small
dilution with another carrier, it may overpower a blend.
Evening
Primrose Oil:Oenothers
Blennis - High in GLA-GAMA and Linolenic acid
Helps with arthritis, asthma, breast tenderness, depression, eczema,
high blood pressure, overweight, PMS. Excellent
oil for dry, aging or chapped skin.
It's high GLA makes it valuable for the healthy functioning of body
tissues and will cover conditions such as, eczema, psoriasis,
PMS and Menopause. It is an excellent moisturizer. Keep away from
light and heat. It is a fine textured oil
which is derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose. It is
a golden yellow color and is rich in vitamins and minerals. Note: Evening Primrose is also said to be
excellent in treating many skin conditions. It is expensive and is
usually blended in a small (often 10%) dilution with other carrier
oils. It goes rancid quickly.
Rosehip
Seed Oil: Shelf-Life:??? Good oil for cosmetics
and
for tissue regeneration.
Also good for eczema, psoriasis, PMS and Menopause. May be combined
with Rose & Helichrysum or Calendula infused oil to treat stretch
marks,
burns or scars. Usually diluted with other oils due to its expensive
price. This is
a very pale yellow oil with a light texture. It contains up to 35%
linoleic acid and 44% GLA. Note:
It is said to be excellent in treating many skin conditions. It is
expensive and is usually blended in a small (often 10%) dilution with
other carrier oils. It goes rancid rather quickly.
Sesame
Oil - Sesamum indicum- Great as
an
all-over body moisturizer or
massage oil. Sesame oil is light, odor-free and spreads easily over
skin. It absorbs readily, with no greasy feeling. It is rich in
nutrients and because
it's rich in nutrients, this is a good choice for those who like body
oils or need extra moisturizing. Add a few drops of your favorite
essential oil to a tablespoon of sesame oil and you have a light, pure
body perfume. This cold-pressed oil
is lightweight and rich in vitamin E, protein, lecithin and minerals -
all of which are essential to healthy skin. Sesame oil helps speed
healing, prevent drying, soften skin, and even has a natural sunscreen
effect of SPF4. It's recommended as a
carrier oil (for aromatherapy treatments), a base for massage oil, bath
oil or all-over body oil. Keep stored away from direct sunlight to
maintain freshness and nutrient value.
Note: Sesame oil may overpower a blend if not diluted with
another carrier oil.
Shea
Butter is a white or
yellowish
fat
obtained from the nut of the SheaTree (Butyrospermum parkii) which
grows
in Africa. Used by African healers over thousands of years as an
exotic luxury emollient, reported to benefit dry, damaged and maturing
skin. Shea Butter is known for its natural healthy and healing
attributes
which works in partnership with your skin and body
chemistry as a substitute for cocoa butter.
Can be used as a food, soap, candles and reputed to be used on the
skins of African drums. Note:
Suitable for use in lotions and creams.
Wheat Germ Oil - Triticum
Vulgare - Unrefined - (Very High in Vit E)
This oil is said to stimulate tissue
regeneration and is often added to other oil blends because of its
antioxidant properties. Do not use full strength as it can be
overpowering. Dilute 5-10% with other carrier oil. Good for aging
skin, wrinkles, scars and stretch marks. Also
good
for
psoriasis and eczema. Warning: May cause sensitization in
some individuals. A thick heavy, dark,
reddish-orange
oil which is slightly sticky and has a strong odor. This oil is rich in
proteins, minerals, and vitamins, especially
vitamin
E.
Coconut Emulsifier
- Makes oils
and water dispersible.
(mixable)
Directions: Add an equal part of coconut emulsifier to your
essential
oil or blend then add distilled water or other
liquid. Caution:
Avoid eye area and mucous membranes
Arnica
Helichrysum Balm
Natural
Shampoo, Bath Gel, Body Wash Base - Unique
moisturizing formulation
with 100% natural or naturally derived ingredients. Unscented and ready
to add the oil or oils of your choice. Especially formulated for your essential oils
Herbal
Body Lotion - Creamy white moisture concentrate
Unscented and
ready to add the oil or oils of your choice Especially formulated for your essential oils
Some other carrier oil Properties - We can also get these - Prices
fluctuate so we have not listed them above. E-mail us for price
quotes
Calendula Infused oil: Calendula Officinale
Good for all skin types. Valuable oil for treating wounds,
scars,
burns,
inflammation and other injuries as it aids in tissue
regeneration. This is an infused oil containing the active
principles of the marigold flower, Calendula officinale. It
is best to infuse in a light textured oil. It has anti-inflammatory,
anti-spasmodic
qualities and blends well with Hypericum (St. John's Wort)
Carrot Seed:
Good for skin tone, it is rejuvenating and nourishing. Good for
prematurely aging skin and dry, itchy skin. Should be used in low
dilutions in combination with other
carrier
oils
or creams. This oil is rich in beta
carotene
as well as minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin A. It is a
bright orange color and should be kept cool and protected
from light.
Caulophylium Inophyllum: Also
known as Kanuka or Foraha Oil
This oil has anti-inflammatory properties and was
originally
used to treat leprosy. It is an excellent pain
reliever and good for conditions such as Sciatica, Rheumatism, Shingles
etc. It is also anti-bacterial and used to treat
Vaginitis, Cervical erosions, Eczema, Psoriasis, Chapped Skin, Cracked
nipples, burns, infected wounds etc.
Peach Kernel:
Good oil for all skin types. It is mainly used in beauty
treatments.
A fine textured, pale golden oil. It has a delicate, somewhat
sweet aroma. It contains vitamins, minerals, especially
vitamin E.
Peanut Oil:
May cause allergic reaction in some people.
Safflower:
This oil oxidizes very easily but can
be used in massage blends. It may be beneficial
for painful inflamed joints.
Sunflower:
Good for all skin types used for beauty
and skin care. Does not absorb quickly and should be
diluted with an other carrier oil such as Sweet Almond. Derived from
the sunflower seed it is a light-textured, golden
yellow oil with a slightly nutty aroma.
..........Carrier
Oils for Aromatherapy........
