Base Oils
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Base oils (sometimes called "carrier" oils) are a key part of aromatherapy. They should be used to dilute essential oils so they can be applied to the skin without causing reactions or side effects such as irritation, flushing, or burning. These base oils are usually extracted from seeds and nuts, such as coconut or avocado. It stands to reason that carrier oils each have different properties and uses. The carrier oil you choose will depend on the intended use and the desired outcome. Read more >-
100% PURE CASTOR OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. 100% Pure Castor from Aromapathic Labs is extracted from the seeds of the castor plant, scientifically known as Ricinus communis. With a wide variety of benefits Castor oil from Aromaptahic Labs makes a great addition to your natural skin and hair care regimens. The fatty acids found in Castor Oil help prevent your skin and scalp from drying by retai...
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100% Pure Castor from Naka Platinum supports a wide variety of benefits and makes a great addition to your natural skin and hair care regimens. The fatty acids found in Castor Oil help prevent your skin and scalp from drying by retaining moisture. As an essential oil, Castor Oil can be used as a carrier oil to dilute your favourite essential oil combinations when diffusing [LIQUID]
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This 100% pure certified organic Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) oil from Naka Platimum is ideal to use as a body conditioner, in your hair and on your skin. This pure Jojoba moisturizing oil is cold-pressed + UV Protected. Jojoba oil is very close in structure to our natural skin oil (sebum) and makes a great natural moisturizer and cleanser. [LIQUID]
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100% Pure Castor from Promise supports a wide variety of benefits and makes a great addition to your natural skin, hair and nail care regimens. The fatty acids found in Castor Oil help prevent your skin and scalp from drying by retaining moisture. As an essential oil, Castor Oil can be used as a carrier oil to dilute your favourite essential oil combinations when diffusing [LIQUID]
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Promise's Pure Sweet Almond Moisturizing Oil is organic, nourishing and ideal for revitalizing dry skin, without clogging pores and is ideal for entire body use. Being odourless and light, Promise Almond Oil is a staple oil for all your aromatherapy and natural beauty needs. [LIQUID]
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Queen of the Thrones Certified Organic, Extra Virgin Golden Castor Oil is a versatile, nutrient-rich oil designed to support your daily beauty routine. Gently pressed without excessive heat, it retains its natural properties and signature golden colour. Rich in omegas and plant compounds, it helps moisturize skin, soften hair, and condition nails, lashes, and brows for a healthy-looking appeara...
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CASTOR OIL - PACK ON THE HEALING Castor Oil From St. Francis is extracted from the bean of the Castor plant (Ricinus communis Linnaeus) making fresh, , cold-pressed, cultivated, hexane free, organic Castor Oil. Castor Oil has been used medicinally for thousands of years. It is most commonly used to relieve pain, aid circulation, enhance the condition of tissues and organs beneath the skin, st...
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100% PURE ALMOND OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Because essential oils are extremely concentrated, it is important to dilute your oils in other high quality carrier oils Aromapathic Labs is 100% Pure Almond Oil. Moisturizing & nourishing Almond Oil is ideal for revitalizing your skin, without clogging pores and is ideal for entire body use. Being odourless and light, Almond Oil is a staple oil...
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100% PURE APRICOT OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Aromapathic Labs 100% Pure Apricot Oil is ideal to use as a moisturizing oil and for treating dry hair. Rich in essential fatty acids Apricot Oil, scientifically known as Prunus Armeniaca is often used by can aroma therapists to mix with other fragrance as a base oil because of its lightweight nature. Apricot Oil has even been known to prevent and r...
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100% PURE AVOCADO OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Aromapathic Labs 100% Pure Avocado Oil is ideal for aging skin types as it has a rich protein structure and softens the skin, which may help soften fine lines. Avocado oil is very nourishing and softening to the skin and makes for a great body or massage oil base. Aromapathic Labs Avocado oil is scent free and is great for making DIY skin oils. [LIQ...
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100% PURE LIQUID COCONUT OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Aromapathic Labs 100% Pure Liquid Coconut Oil is ideal for all skin types as its a natural moisturizer and is antimicrobial. Coconut oil does not clog pores and also balances both dry and oily spots. You can also enjoy the benefits of coconut oil in your hair, just add a few drops to your palms and massage into your hair and roots for super n...
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100% PURE GRAPE SEED OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Aromapathic Labs 100% Pure Grape Seed Oil is ideal for all skin types as its a natural moisturizer. Grape Seed oil does not clog pores and also balances both dry and oily spots. You can also enjoy the benefits of grape seed oil in your hair, just add a few drops to your palms and massage into your hair for super smoothing results. Grape Seed Oil ...
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100% PURE JOJOBA OIL FROM AROMAPATHIC LABS. Because essential oils are extremely concentrated, it is important to dilute your oils in other high quality carrier oils Aromapathic Labs is 100% Pure Jojoba Oil. Moisturizing & soothing, Jojoba Oil is ideal for revitalizing your skin, rich in vitamin E and promotes a glowing complexion, Jojoba oil is ideal for entire body use. Being odourless a...
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Promise’s 100% Pure Apricot Moisturizing Oil is appropriate for all skin types and is a plentiful source of Vitamin A and Vitamin E. Apricot Oil helps reduce wrinkles and to stimulate thicker, strong and longer hair while being non-greasy. Hydrate both skin and hair, as well as to diminish the visibility of blemishes, scars and fine lines with Promise’s cold-pressed and UV protected formula th...
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Promise's 100% Pure Avocado Moisturizing Oil is ideal for aging skin types as it has a rich protein structure and softens the skin, which may help soften fine lines. Avocado oil is very nourishing and softening to the skin and hair, making for a great body or massage oil base. Avocado oil is scent free and is great for making DIY skin oils. [LIQUID]
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100% PURE LIQUID COCONUT OIL FROM PROMISE. Promise 100% Pure Liquid Coconut Oil is ideal for all skin types as its a natural moisturizer and is antimicrobial. Coconut oil does not clog pores and also balances both dry and oily spots. You can also enjoy the benefits of coconut oil in your hair, just add a few drops to your palms and massage into your hair and roots for super nourishing hair mas...
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This 100% pure certified organic Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) oil from Promise is ideal to use as a body conditioner, in your hair and on your skin. Promise pure Jojoba oil is cold-pressed + UV Protected. Jojoba oil is very close in structure to our natural skin oil (sebum) and makes a great natural moisturizer and cleanser. [LIQUID]
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Carrier Oils, What Are They?
Carrier oils (or base oils) are a key part of aromatherapy. They should be used to dilute essential oils so they can be applied to the skin without causing reactions or side effects such as irritation, flushing, or burning.
These base oils are usually vegetable, such as coconut or avocado. It stands to reason that carrier oils each have different properties and uses. The carrier oil you choose will depend on the intended use and the desired outcome.
Why Are Base Oils Used In Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy has been around for centuries. The practice entails using essential oils that have been extracted from various parts of plants (flowers, bark, leaves, fruit, and other aromatic portions of a botanical) and then distilled. These plant extracts contain a high concentration of aromatic compounds that offer many impressive therapeutic properties.
Aromatic use is one of three primary methods of using essential oils, along with topical applications. When inhaled, either directly from the bottle or used in a diffuser, the molecules in essential oils travel from the olfactory nerves directly to the brain, impacting the amygdala (the emotional center of the brain). Essential oils can also be diluted with carrier oils and applied to the skin through massage, lotions, or bath salts and may be added to shampoos and conditioners, etc.
Common Carrier Oils in Aromatherapy
Some of the most frequently used carrier oils include:
Apricot Kernel Oil – has antiseptic, antibacterial, and antioxidant effects. It nourishes the skin, decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin tone, and is an excellent base for essential oils.
Argan Oil – is a plant oil produced from the kernels of the argan tree that is endemic to Morocco. The oil is made up of fatty acids and various phenolic compounds and is a rich source of vitamin E. It offers potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Avocado Oil – is rich in healthy fats. In fact, almost 70% of avocado oil is oleic acid, a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. Used topically, avocado oil is highly emollient for dry skin types and offers balancing and nourishing properties.
Black Seed Oil – comes from the black cumin seed, which contains Nigellone, a natural antihistamine compound. Black seed oil also possesses anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, making it ideal for treating numerous skin conditions.
Coconut Oil – a very popular carrier oil that is exceptionally light and emollient. It softens and hydrates dry skin while increasing essential oil distribution. Coconut oil leaves skin feeling silky smooth, without any greasy residue.
Grapeseed Oil – is pressed from different grape varieties, including chardonnay and riesling grapes. It is commonly used in aromatherapy as an all-purpose oil and is appropriate in a wide range of applications, from massage to skin care.
Jojoba Oil – has a mild, almost imperceptible scent, so it takes on the smell of its immediate environment. As such, when used as a carrier, jojoba fixes the scent of the essential oil(s) you add to it, making it an ideal carrier or base for essential oils and perfumes.
Olive Oil – is rich in fatty acids and vitamin E and is easily absorbed into the skin. However, olive oil has an extremely heavy viscosity, oily texture, and distinct aroma, which makes it less preferred than other oils for skin care and aromatherapy applications.
Rosehip Oil – contains vitamins A and C and oleic acid, palmitic acid, linoleic acid, and gamma-linolenic acid, which are all essential fatty acids. It is ideally suited to reduce the look of sun damage, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation and treat acne.
Sweet Almond Oil – is one of the most widely used carrier oils in aromatherapy and cosmetic applications. It provides excellent slip and is not easily absorbed, which makes it ideal for massage. It helps hydrate dry, itchy skin and is the perfect base oil to use with essential oils for DIY cosmetic/self-care recipes.
How to Dilute Essential Oils In Carrier Oils/Base Oils
According to The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, DIY massage and body oil blends should contain no more than 2.5% of essential oils, depending on the essential oil(s) being used. Essential oils blends for the face should be more diluted, typically containing no more than 1% to 2.5% of essential oils. Those with sensitive skin should use no more than 0.5% to 1% of essential oils in their facial treatments.
Carrier oils can vary widely in price based on several factors, such as the plant it's made from, how it is processed, whether or not it’s organic, the quantity, and its source. Read labels carefully to ensure you select the oil that best suits your needs.
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