Carrier Oils and Organic Carrier Oils

Carrier Oils are derived predominately from seeds and nuts; the few exceptions include Jojoba which is actually a plant wax. Essential oils and absolutes are so powerful that they must always be diluted in carrier oil before use on the body. Carrier oils are also known as base oils and fixed oils and are packed full of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and many more key nutrients that will help you maintain healthy skin and feel fantastic.

Most of the carrier oils we offer are very light having little to no odour and absorb easily into the skin. As a rule of thumb you should use between 1-3% essential oils and/or absolutes to 97-99% carrier oil. For more expensive oils and especially more potent smelling essential oils and absolutes, it maybe especially wise to use 1% essential oil or absolute with 99% carrier oil.

Cold Pressed - quite misleading as all ‘cold pressed’ oils are subject to a temperature between 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit to obtain the oil. However this is the best process that produces the most therapeutically valuable carrier oils.

Expeller Pressed - similar to cold pressed procedure however the oil is exposed too much higher temperatures (Up to 200 degrees Fahrenheit) and so the oil is not really recommended for therapeutic uses. Expeller pressed oils find themselves for sale on most supermarket shelves as they are much cheaper to produce than cold pressed oils.

Refined - fully processed oil where it has been exposed to all methods of refinement including a fluctuation in temperature from as high as 400 degrees and as low as -25 degrees, the oil is then deodorised, which removes the heavy and often unsettling odour in the oil, and finally bleaching, where natural clays and other mediums are used to alter or remove an oils color and scent. Not to be used in aromatherapy.

Unrefined - this process involves mechanical extraction and screen filtering where no additional refining process has taken place. The unrefined process helps oil retain its natural characteristics.

Aloe Vera

This 10:1 Aloe Vera is an aqueous product and it is 10 x concentrate or equivalent to 100% aloe vera content (as single strength). It is produced by expression of the centre fillet of the plant aloe leaf to yield a 100% natural aloe juice which is then filtered and concentrated (by evaporation). Each 1% of the concentrate used in a formulation can be declared as 10% aloe vera content. More Info >>

Argan Organic Oil

Packed with an impressive Vitamin E content (most nut oils are) and useful when applied neat to the face to moisturise, reduce blemishes and acne quickly. Finds extensive use in hair care and strengthen cuticles. This is certified organic material, made all the more useful to therapists as it is also deodorised which means no heavy smell. More Info >>

Avocado Organic Oil

Every aromatherapist should use Avocado Carrier Oil, it is bursting with Vitamin A, B1, B2, D, and E. Also contains amino acids, sterols, pantothenic acid, lecithin, and other essential fatty acids that people with skin problems will benefit enormously from. More Info >>

Blackcurrant Oil

UK Blackcurrants and possibly the most valuable carrier oil available as all the nutritional benefits are retained in this mega oil. More Info >>

Blueberry Seed Oil

Virgin cold pressed Blueberry Seed oil is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants and phytonutrients. In fact, it is one of nature's most potent antioxidants. Research shows significant radical scavenging properties making blueberry seed oil a desirable ingredient in skin care products. Blueberry seed oil goes on light and absorbs quickly into the skin. Use blueberry seed oil in face creams, lotions, lip balms, hair care products and other formulations at 1-5%. This is a perfect oil for face serums. More Info >>

Castor Oil

Castor Oil contains Ricinoleic acid which is well documented to be effective at treating conditions such as abrasions and burns. More Info >>

Coconut Fractionated Oil

Fractionated Coconut Oil consists solely of saturated fatty acid side chains and is more like animal fat, absorbing more readily into the skin making it ideal for massage with or without essential oils. Fractionated Coconut Oil is colourless & odorless and leaves the skin feeling very smooth. More Info >>

Cucumber Oil

Golden spring green Cucumber oil contains a combination of tocopherols and phytosterols that can help regenerate the skin cells to counter the impact of dark skin pigments by helping to counter the free radicals in the skin cells. This is also helped by the trace minerals in the oils which retain moisture in the skin. More Info >>

Evening Primrose Organic Oil

Evening Primrose is critically acclaimed at successfully treating skin disorders such as Eczema. Also useful for treating rheumatoid arthritis. We advise you blend 10% upto 15% Evening Primrose Carrier Oil with other carrier oils when massaging into the skin. More Info >>

Grapeseed Oil

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Grapeseed Oil is a refined material, extracted from the tiny seeds contained within the Grape. Highly popular in massage, light green in colour with no odour and absorbed easily into the skin leaving minimal residue. More Info >>

Neem Oil

Cold pressed and unrefined Indian Neem Oil that contains in excess of 200 active compounds. Neem Oil has wonderful antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antfungal and insecticidal properties. More Info >>

Raspberry Seed Oil

Recent research has suggested that the oil from these fruits contain bioactive properties that will help the skin. Raspberry oil is unique because it contains naturally high levels of vitamin E in the form of gamma-tocopherol, which is the most active form of Vitamin E for protecting the skin. As a result, raspberry oil provides natural protection from damaging UV-A and UV-B rays, it has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 25-50. And in addition to high concentrations of mixed tocopherols (vitamin E), it contains carotenoides (vitamin A). People that are highly active and spend a significant amount of time outdoors will enjoy the benefits of raspberry oil in their soap and skin care products.
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Rosehip Seed Oil

Rosehip Seed Oil is scientifically proven to help heal scars and is the predominant oil used for treating wrinkles and premature aging.Rosehip Seed Oil contains twice as much GLA than Evening Primrose and is effective at repairing dry and dehydrated skin. More Info >>

Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil

Cold pressed, jammy red in colour, pulp like consistency, exuding a delightfully light sweet berry scent. Sea Buckthorn contains large amounts of carotenoids and vitamin E, flavonoids such as quercetin, myricetin and kaempferol which are all great anti-oxidants plus it is high in omega fatty acids which the skin loves. More Info >>

Sesame Seed Organic Oil

Also known as gingelly oil and til oil, this ultra fine crude oil comes from pure expeller pressed Sesame seeds. True and whole sesame oil with no other extraction methods employed and it has a rich golden colour, with a bold, nutty flavour. Sesame Seed Oil is naturally active in vitamins A, B and E and essential proteins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. More Info >>

Strawberry Seed Oil

This carrier oil has a dreamy scent and for anyone in the UK, I would say it has a smell very similar to the strawberry flavoured Quality Street chocolates! So applying this neat to the skin is very pleasant and it is actually the perfect ingredient to add to damaged skin or anti-aging formulations due to the content of Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids – these help to repair the moisture barrier of the skin, thus helping to restore moisture, smoothness and suppleness. More Info >>

Sweet Almond Oil BP'80

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Sweet Almond Oil absorbs into the skin efficiently and contains its own tocopherol (vitamin E) group which extends the shelf life and introduces anti-oxidants into your massage blends, and ultimately, into the patient. We only sell cold pressed and unrefined Sweet Almond Oil. This is BP'80 material, guaranteed to have been grown in lead free soils. This is not the inferior cosmetic grade Sweet Almond Oil many online retailers sell. More Info >>

Wheatgerm Organic Oil

High in proteins and lecithin, Wheatgerm oil is a highly rich unrefined oil that is one of the richest sources of Vitamin E, A and D. Widely used for external application as it helps a great deal in getting rid of skin irritation including skin dryness and cracking. It is a good source of fatty acids that are vital for the healthy growth of the body. More Info >>

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