Carrier Oils (D - K)

Evening Primrose contains high levels of GLA essential fatty acids and is good for dry and mature skin. The oil penetrates the skin making the skin softer and less prone to eczema and acne. It has moisture retaining properties, prevents skin drying out, increases the cells' ability to absorb oxygen and withstand disease. It also Soothes inflammation and can be used in dandruff applications. Small amounts are often added to other carrier oils for fortification. 

Common Uses: A popular ingredient in many products for sensitive skin, products designed to heal scar tissue and wounds, in anti-wrinkle / Skin rejuvenation face oils and serums as well as products that help skin infections such as eczema, psoriasis and acne.

Shelf life: Evening Primrose oil is quick to go rancid; users can expect a shelf life of up to 6 Months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Adding Vitamin E at 0.5% will increase this to 24 months. Refrigeration after opening is recommended. 

Grapeseed Oil –an all purpose oil is commonly used in aromatherapy. It has a rejuvenating and smoothening effect and leaves a glossy film on the skin when used for massage. It has high levels of Vitamin E which has high antioxidant properties that assist in reducing the damaged cells from free radicals in the body.

Aromatic Description: Grapeseed Oil has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils. 

Common Uses: Used in skincare designed to moisturize skin, heal acne, tighten pores and reduce the appearance of scars.

Shelf life: Users can expect a shelf life of 24 months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended.

Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.

Jojoba Oil is actually a liquid wax rather than an oil and as such in low temperatures becomes cloudy with a freezing point of 5°C. Jojoba is readily absorbed by the skin and leaves a velvety feeling while softening, protecting and increasing the skins' suppleness without clogging pores.

Common Uses: A popular ingredient in skincare due to it's softening, protecting and moisturise retaining properties which make it ideal in hand creams and products designed to protect skin from the elements. It is suitable for all skin types. Jojoba is excellent for massage oils but is low in essential fatty acids so needs to be combined with other oils. In hair care products jojoba adds shine and volume while also treating damaged, brittle hair. Jojoba can be used in baby products to protect sensitive skin and treat nappy rash.

Shelf life: Users can expect a shelf life of 24 months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended.