Carrier oils are used to dilute pure essential oils.
Essential oils are not to be used in their natural, pure state when it comes to preparation of skin care recipes and remedies.
Known as "base oils", they have lots of fatty acids, vitamins, and moisturizing nutrients in them. Not only do they serve as a lubricant when used in massage therapy, they also contain substances that leave the skin soft and elastic.
Diluting the essential oil
CO = Carrier oil
CO What it is/what it does Almond (sweet) Relieves itches, softens skin, for all skin types Apricot karnel Restores the glow, rehydrates, used in facial massage Avocado For dry skin, easily absorbed, plumps up prematurely lined skin Borage Treats eczema and psoriasis, anti-aging properties Calendula Heals rashes and cracked skin Carrot seed Reduces premature aging and scarring, restores elasticity, and rejuvenates Coconut Great for brittle or cracked skin, retains skin's moisture Evening Primrose For dry skin, rich in fatty acids Grapeseed For full body massage, odorless and easily absorbed Hazelnut For oily skin, easily absorbed Jojoba Anti bacterial, anti inflammatory, hydrating and emollient Macadamia Maintains natural moisture of the skin Olive Oil Disinfecting, healing, excellent to soothe cracked skin Passion fruit Maintains skin's elasticity Roseship Regenerates tissue, good for scars, burns and wrinkles Safflower Easily absorbed Sesame Natural sunscreen, odorless Sunflower Softens skin, maintains skin's natural moisture Wheat germ For dry skin, antioxidant, has strong odor
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