Essential Oils 101 – Quick Guide to Carrier Oils

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• Quick Guide to Carrier Oils

Carrier Oil	Viscosity	Information
Apricot Kernel SPF 2-6	Medium	Good for all skin types, including mature skin, to moisturise oily skin, balance hormone reactive skin and sensitive skin of babies and children Recommended for oily skin Rich, nourishing and soothing Absorbs easily into the skin Does not leave an oily residue on the skin Light nutty scent Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening
Avocado SPF 4-15	Heavy	Good for many skin types including skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, sensitive, irritated, severely dry, mature or aged skin Deeply nourishing and soothing Slightly thick consistency Leaves a sticky, waxy feel on the skin especially when used in large areas Typically mixed with other carrier oils Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening
Coconut Fractionated SPF 4-8	Light	Good for all skin types including mature skin Good for applications for the hair and head Absorbs easily into skin Odourless Does not leave oils residue on skin Does not clog pores Restores skin’s pH balance Very good shelf life (18 – 24 months)
Evening Primrose	Light	Good for all skin types including psoriasis, eczema, damaged, and wrinkled aged skin. Soothes inflammation Used for PMS Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and Menopause Strong odour compared to other carrier oils Dilute to a maximum of 10% of the blend due to its oily residue Leaves an oily residue on the skin Shelf life (6 months) if refrigerated after opening
Grape Seed SPF 4	Light	Great oil for acne prone and oily skin Non-allergenic: It is great for sensitive skin types Astringent Heals wounds quickly with fewer scars Absorbs easily into the skin Odourless One of the lightest carrier oils Does not stain sheets Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening
Hemp Seed SPF 6	Medium	Good for acne, minor abrasions, psoriasis and eczema Great for dry skin and hair Helps prevent premature aging Effective in maintaining moisture balance Earthy, Nutty scent Absorbs quickly into the skin Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening
Jojoba SPF 4	Heavy	Good for all skin types, from dry or mature to oily, acne-prone skin Heals acne, warts and mouth sores Deeply moisturising to help with dry, chapped, and cracked skin Reduces the appearance of pores over time Reduces superficial wrinkles and stretch marks Carrier oil with the closest properties to the skin’s natural oils; helps to balance skin’s oil production Anti-inflammatory and an anti-oxidant Does not clog pores Does not leave a greasy feeling on the skin Absorbed easily into the skin Pleasant, soft odour Excellent shelf life. It is high stable and is often used to prolong the shelf life of other carrier oils
Rosehip	Light	Good for dry, weathered, dehydrated skin, aged, damaged skin Ability to regenerate skin cells Reduces scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, UV damage, sun spots, premature aging Considered a “dry oil”, low viscosity, light texture, easily absorbed, non-greasy Penetrates skin layers to hydrate and lock in moisture Can be used straight from the bottle as a moisturiser Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening
Sweet Almond SPF 5	Heavy	Great for all skin types including dry, irritated, wrinkled and aging skin Popular all-purpose oil Soothing and reconditioning for skin Normal absorption into the skin Leaves a slight oily residue on the skin Very little scent May stain sheets if used for massage Good shelf life (1year) if refrigerated after opening

 

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Information provided is for personal information and interest only, it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and does not offer medical advice or treatment for any condition. It is recommend you consult your doctor or aromatherapist if you are pregnant, nursing, take medication, have any health/medical conditions and want to include using essential oils.

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