The term Carrier Oil refers to the solution (usually a vegetable oil) in which an essential oil is diluted. Carrier Oils are fixed oils (not volatile) and often slow the volatility of essential oils when they are added to it. They have a much shorter shelf life than essential oils (except Jojoba Oil) and should be kept refrigerated whenever possible to extend their life. Carrier oils are often referred to as base oils. All of our carrier oils are excellent high-quality pure plant base products suitable for body massage, bath oils and beauty care. They are expeller (cold) pressed except for Grapeseed, Coconut and Babussu Oil (which are presently only obtainable in the expeller / solvent extracted form). Carrier oils are highly prized for their nourishing, soothing and moisturizing benefits. They each have therapeutic benefits of their own and should be carefully chosen to compliment your blends. We highly recommend reading an aromatherapy book to determine the uses, differences and ratios of the different oils. Please check specific data before purchasing oils as they are non-refundable. Please read our Ordering Information Page for complete details on our return policy. Carrier Oils can be found under Carrier Oils. Similar products may be found in Bodycare Ingredients. Enjoy!

ALMOND OIL, SWEET
(Prunus Dulcis) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Kernal.
Contains: Glucosides, Minerals, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and E. Contains a high percentage of mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Rich in protein.
Uses: This lightweight oil is excellent for all skin types. Especially good for eczema. Helps relieve itching, soreness, dryness and inflammation. Useful against burns and thread veins. Very lubricating, without penetrating, which makes it a good massage oil and protectant. Can be used at 100% strength or blended with other oils.
APRICOT KERNAL OIL
(Prunus Armeniaca) - Spain (Cold Pressed) Kernal.
Contains: Rich in minerals, vitamin and essential fatty acids (oleic acid and gamma linoleic acid)
Uses: It spreads easily on the skin and provides useful elements to its health. Helps to regulate moisturization and restructure the skin. Has moisturizing, nourishing and revitalizing properties. Another good for all skin types, but especially for babies, sensitive or prematurely mature skin. Normally used at 10 - 50% dilution in other carrier oil.
AVOCADO OIL
(Persea Americana) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Fruit & Peel.
Contains: Vitamins A, B1, B2, D & E, Pantothenic Acid, Protein, Lecithin, Fatty acids and Antioxidants.
Uses: Very penetrating. Moisturizing for dry and dehydrated skin, eczema and solar keratosis. A superb emollient that it has the ability to penetrate the upper layers of the skin and improve elasticity. Very thick, heavy oil that is best blended with others. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
BABASSU OIL
(Orbygnia Barbosiana) - Brazil (CP/SE) Kernal.
Contains: Rich in linoleic acid.
Uses: From the Amazon this Palm tree is used for many purposes. This soothing oil is high in fatty acids and has been used for stretch marks, in cleansing emulsions, face creams, body milks, lip balms, hair care preparations for dry and brittle hair. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
BLACK CURRANT SEED OIL
(Ribes Nigrum) - France (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Contains: High levels of Gamma Linolenic Acid.
Uses: Used especially in hormone related problems. May substitute for Evening Primrose Oil. Contra-indicated for hormone problems. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
BORAGE OIL
(Borago Officinalis) - France (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Contains: Gamma Linolenic Acid, Vitamins and Minerals. Highest source of GLA (an essential fatty acid that the body uses to manufacture prostaglandins (hormonelike substances that balance & regulate cellular activity).
Uses: Used for PMS, menopausal problems, heart disease, psoriasis, eczema and prematurely aged skin. Good for regenerating and stimulating skin cell activity. Very penetrating. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
CALOPHYLLUM (Foraha)
(Calophyllum Inophyllum) - Madagascar (Cold Pressed) Berry / Organic
Contains: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties.
Uses: Useful for sciatica, rheumatism, varicose ulcers and shingles. Useful for rashes, scar healing, physical and chemical burns. It stimulates cell regeneration. Use with caution for sensitive skin as it may be irritating. Thick, waxy, green color. Normally used at 10 to 25% dilution in other carrier oil.
CAMELLIA OIL
(Camellia Japonica) - Japan (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Uses: Used for penetrating keloids or thickening of the skin in scar tissue. The Japanese have always used camellia oil for skin care and essentially for hair and scalp care. Has excellent skin and hair conditioning properties, skin restructuring, moisturizing virtues and nail strengthening properties. A good active ingredient in nourishing shampoos and lotions for dry, damaged and delicate hair, after-sun products for thin and normal hair, body moisturizing after-sun milks, emollient gels for around the eyes, softening hand creams, nail strengtheners, moisturizing creams for dry or damaged skin and products for normal and mature skin. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
CARROT (HELIO) OIL
(Daucus Carota) - France (Cold Pressed) / Root.
Contains: Vitamins B, C, D, E and Minerals. Rich in Beta Carotene, Provitamin A and Essential Fatty Acids.
Uses: Anti-inflammatory for premature aging, itching, burns, dryness, psoriasis and eczema. It rejuvenates and reduces scarring. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
COCONUT OIL - Solid
(Cocos Nucifera) - Philippines (CP/SE) Kernal
Uses: A light, highly refined oil. Long lasting and helps disperse oils with water making it good for bath oils. Virtually odorless making it good for perfume bases. Semi-solid at room temperature. Good tanning aid. Devoid of nutrients and may irritate sensitive skin. Normally used at 10 - 50% dilution in other carrier oil.
CUCUMBER KERNAL OIL
(Cucumis Sativas) - Germany (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Uses: Especially good for for premature aging skin and dryness. Effective in reducing lines around the eyes. It rejuvenates and reduces scarring. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
EVENING PRIMROSE OIL
(Oenothera Biennis)- USA (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Contains: Rich in Linoleic acid (Vitamin A), Gamma Linolenic Acid, Vitamins and Minerals.
Uses: Used for PMS, menopausal problems, high blood cholesterol, endometriosis, psoriasis, eczema and prematurely aged skin. Good for regenerating and stimulating skin cell activity. Very penetrating. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
GRAPESEED OIL
(Vitis Vinifera) - Spain (Heat & Solvent Extracted) / Seed.
Contains: Vitamins, Minerals, Protein and Linoleic acid. Cholesterol free
Uses: A very light oil that is good for all skin types. It is odorless and penetrating and has a great lubricity, making it an excellent choice for massage. It does not leave a greasy feeling to the skin after application. Slightly astringent, tightens and tones the skin. Does not aggravate acne. Can be used at 100% strength or blended with other oils.
HAZELNUT OIL
(Corylus Avellana) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Nut.
Contains: Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, Oleic and Linoleic acid
Uses: Slightly astringent and toning with fast absorption. Useful as base for oily, combination skins or acne. Tones and tightens skin and helps maintain firmness and elasticity. Helps to strengthen capillaries so it might be useful against thread veins. It encourages cell regeneration and stimulates circulation. Can be used at 100% strength or blended with other oils.
HEMP SEED OIL (Nitrogen Packed)
(Cannabis Sativa) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Contains: 25% high quality protein, 57% linoleic (LA) and 19% linolenic (LNA) acids, in the three-to-one ratio that matches our nutritional needs.
Uses: Hemp oil is known as "Nature's Most Perfectly Balanced Oil." It contains 81% of the hard to find polyunsaturated Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs). Aside from their unmatched nutritional value, these oils have the ability to enter directly into the lipid layers of dry skin cells and replenish the oils missing due to sun exposure, poor nutrition or other abuse. THE EFAs, vitamins, and enzymes are easily absorbed by the skin and contribute moisturizing qualities to cosmetics and soap. Dermatologists claim that EFAs replenish dry skin, preventing cell loss and causing younger looking skin. Hemp seed oil has been used to soothe and heal dry skin and minor burns. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
JOJOBA OIL, GOLDEN
(Simmondsia Chinensis) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Bean.
Contains: Protein, Minerals, Plant wax and Myristic Acid.
Uses: A liquid wax extracted from the desert bush that closely resembles the bodies own natural skin oil (sebum). Penetrates skin very rapidly, therefore not good for massage at 100% strength but great when blended with other oils. Excellent for nourishing skin and is good for all skin types. Healing for inflamed skins, psoriasis, eczema and any sort of dermatitis. Can help control acne and oily skin or scalp since excess sebum actually dissolves in jojoba. An anti-oxidant which is incredibly stable lasting many years without going rancid. May help extend the shelf life of other oils. Myristic Acid is an anti-inflammatory, so this could be a good base oil for treating rheumatism and arthritis. Can be used at 100% strength or blended with other oils.
KUKUI NUT OIL
(Aleurites Moluccana) - Hawaii (Cold Pressed) / Nut.
Contains: Linoleic acid and Oleic Acid
Uses: One of the lightest oils for the face. Extremely good penetration to all skin levels. Soothes irritation, sunburn, lesions and burns. Protects tissue from drying. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
MANGO KERNEL OIL - Solid
(Mangifera Indica) - South Africa (Cold PressedP) Kernal
Uses: Especially good for for premature aging skin and dryness. Effective in reducing lines around the eyes. It rejuvenates and reduces scarring. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
ROSA MOSQUETA (Rose Hip) OIL
(Rosa Mosqueta) - Chile (Cold Pressed) / Seed.
Contains: Rich in Gamma Linolenic Acid, Essential Fatty Acids and Vitamin C.
Uses: Balancing and regenerative. An excellent oil for mature or dry, scaly fissured skin. Used for acne, eczema, psoriasis, over pigmented skin, scars, prophylactic after burns and ulcerated veins. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.
WHEAT GERM OIL with VITAMIN E
(Triticum Vulgare) - USA (Cold Pressed) / Germ.
Contains: Protein, Minerals, Lecithin, Essential Fatty Acids and Vitamins A, D & E
Uses: It is highly nutritive and easily penetrates the skin to moisturize, regenerate and nourish. It is soothing and healing for all skin types, especially dry cracked skin, eczema, psoriasis, prematurely aged skin and stretch marks. Note: Can be dangerous for a person with a severe wheat or gluten allergy. Normally used at 10% dilution in other carrier oil.