Carrier Oils

Sweet almond carrier oil contains glucosides, minerals and vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and E. Being rich in protein sweet almond carrier oil is useful for dry, itchy skin, and for cooling overheated skin. The oil is cold-pressed and refined.

Apricot carrier oil (Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil) is used in beauty therapy for prematurely aged, dry or inflamed skin. Apricot carrier oil is rich in minerals, essential fatty acids, and vitamins. VAT is not charged on this product.

Argan oil is widely used in the cosmetic industry within anti-ageing, anti-wrinkle and make-up products. Oils4life Argan oil originates from Morocco. The benefits of Argan oil are....

Preparations including arnica oil have been used in homeopathic blends for hundreds of years. Arnica oil is obtained from the dried flower heads of the arnica (arnica montana)

Avocado oil (refined) is especially beneficial for dry, dehydrated and inflamed skin. It has a reputation of having a higher degree of penetration into the epidermis than most carrier oils and has a moisturising and softening affect on the skin. VAT is not charged on this product.

Borage oil can be used on dry scaly scalp and associated conditions. ii is suitable for all skin types, particularly dry, mature and scarred skin. It is also helpful for overheated and irritated skin. VAT is not charged on this product.

Calendula oil contains vitamins and protein. Calendula oil is beneficial for dry and dehydrated skin. Suitable for problem skin.

Comfrey oil contains allantoin, which aids healing, and is often helpful for itchy, rough and very dry skin. Comfrey oil has a long history of use in traditional medicine, especially for fractures, sprains etc.

Camellia oil is a great source of natural antioxidants and nutrients. The oil is high in Omega 3 (oleic acid) and essential fatty acids which are beneficial for healthy skin. VAT is not charged on this product.

Carotene Tissue infused in sunflower.

Castor oil (Ricinus Communis) Castor oil is a very thick oil which is absorbed very slowly by the skin. It is often used as an ingredient in lip balms, hand creams and recipes for baby's sore bottoms, due to its soothing and protective qualities.

Coconut oil is a clear liquid oil which has been fractionated from its original state, being a white, crystaline, highly saturated fat which melting at about 25C. VAT is not charged on this product.

Evening primrose oil is useful for maintaining a healthy scalp and generally a good oil for dry skin conditions.

Grapeseed oil contains many vitamins and minerals. Grapeseed oil is suitable for all skin types. It is light and easily absorbed making it an excellent base oil for massaging.

Hazelnut oil is a warm-pressed oil, high in vitamin E, minerals and oleic acid. Hazelnut oil is a good penetrating oil and is also recommended for oily skin problems.

Hemp seed oil is a dark olive like oil with a good source of essential fatty acids and omega 3, 6 & 9. It is easily absorbed and excellent for the treatment of dry skin.

St Johns Wort carrier oil is a universal carrier oil used by Aromatherapists when preparing massage blends. St Johns Wort carrier oil is an infused oil (in sunflower).

Jojoba oil (Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil) is similar in composition to the skins own oils, it is quickly absorbed.

Macadamia Oil (Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil) is a cold pressed oil high in palmitoleic acid. Macadamia oil is a highly emollient oil, beneficial to all dry and ageing skin.

Neem oil is a thick green/yellow coloured oil with a fairly strong odour. Its soothing properties make it particularly useful for the treatment of many skin conditions.

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Olive oil is extensively used for the manufacture of soaps, ointments and cosmetics. Olive oil is a little heavy for use on its own for massage but may be blended with less viscous carrier oils for this purpose.

Passion flower is rich in Omega 6 and other essential fatty acids . It has relaxing properties and is often used in massage preparations for aiding a goods nights sleep.

Peach Kernal carrier oil is a cold pressed oil of prunus persica. Peach kernal carrier oil is high in minerals and vitamins, recommended, like camellia oil, for facial massage because it encourages skin suppleness and elasticity.

Peanuts are known to be nutrient rich, providing over 30 essential nutrients and phytonutrients.

Pomegranate oil has fantastic properties and is becoming the subject of many news articles. It contains high levels of Vitamin E and is rich in conjugated fatty acids.

Rosehip oil comes from the seeds of rosa mosqueta. Rosehip oil has received a lot of publicity for its scar healing properties.

Safflower Oil works with the skin to soften and retain natural moisture. Perfect for cream blends, skin blends or using as a massage oil on extremely dry skin

Sesame seed oil has properties similar to olive oil. It is excellent for massage when used around 20% in the base carrier. Its soothing properties make it particularly valuable for dry skin.

Soya oil is the second best source of vitamin E (87mg per 100ml) after wheatgerm oil. It contains more lecithin than any other vegetable oil.

Sunflower Seed Oil is high in nutrients and vitamin A, D and E. Sunflower carrier oil is a good all-purpose massage oil.

Wheatgerm carrier oil is the cold pressed and refined oil of triticum vulgare. Wheatgerm is a viscous dark orange oil with a distinctive odour.

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