CARRIER OILS

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CARRIER OIL ~ GENERAL INFORMATION

 POPULAR CARRIER OILS

EXPANDED CARRIER OIL LIST

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Apricot KERNEL Oil

  • Derived From: The kernels of apricots (Prunus armeniaca).

  • Properties: Light, nourishing, rich in vitamins A and E.

  • Good For: Dry, sensitive skin, anti-aging, and under-eye care.

Argan Oil

  • Derived From: Argan tree nuts (Argania spinosa), native to Morocco.

  • Properties: Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E, and antioxidants.

  • Good For: Moisturizing dry skin, treating acne, reducing fine lines, and improving hair health.

Avocado Oil

  • Derived From: The flesh of avocados (Persea americana).

  • Properties: Rich in vitamins A, D, and E, fatty acids, and antioxidants.

  • Good For: Dry skin, anti-aging, scalp health, and promoting hair growth.

Baobab Oil

  • Derived From: Seeds of the baobab tree (Adansonia), native to Africa.

  • Properties: Rich in vitamins A, C, and E, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids.

  • Good For: Moisturizing dry skin, reducing inflammation, and improving skin elasticity.

Batana Oil

  • Derived From: The nuts of the American palm tree (Elaeis oleifera), native to Central and South America.

  • Properties: Deeply moisturizing, rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants.

  • Good For: Hair restoration, scalp nourishment, and skin hydration.

Black Cumin Seed Oil

  • Derived From: Seeds of the Nigella sativa plant.

  • Properties: Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant.

  • Good For: Treating acne, eczema, inflammation, and promoting overall skin health.

Camelina Oil

  • Derived From: Camelina sativa plant seeds.

  • Properties: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin E.

  • Good For: Reducing inflammation, improving skin elasticity, and hair health.

Castor Oil

  • Derived From: Castor bean plant (Ricinus communis).

  • Properties: Thick, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory.

  • Good For: Hair growth, thickening lashes and eyebrows, treating dry skin.

Coconut Oil

  • Derived From: The meat of mature coconuts (Cocos nucifera).

  • Properties: Antibacterial, antifungal, moisturizing, rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).

  • Good For: Dry skin, hair care, scalp treatments, and anti-inflammatory uses.

Evening Primrose Oil

  • Derived From: The seeds of the evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis).

  • Properties: Rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), anti-inflammatory, regenerative.

  • Good For: Eczema, dry skin, PMS, acne, and hormonal imbalances.

Grape Seed Oil

  • Derived From: Seeds of grapes, typically from wine production.

  • Properties: Rich in antioxidants, vitamins E and C, and linoleic acid.

  • Good For: Sensitive or oily skin, acne, and preventing signs of aging.

Hazelnut Oil

  • Derived From: Hazelnuts (Corylus avellana).

  • Properties: Light, high in oleic acid, non-comedogenic.

  • Good For: Moisturizing dry skin, toning, and balancing oily skin.

Hemp Seed Oil

  • Derived From: Seeds of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa).

  • Properties: Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, anti-inflammatory, non-comedogenic.

  • Good For: Acne, dry skin, eczema, and soothing irritation.

Jojoba Oil

  • Derived From: The seeds of the jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis).

  • Properties: Moisturizing, non-comedogenic, rich in vitamins E and B.

  • Good For: Oily skin, acne, hair care, and balancing sebum production.

Macadamia Oil

  • Derived From: The nuts of the macadamia tree (Macadamia integrifolia).

  • Properties: Rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and antioxidants.

  • Good For: Moisturizing, healing dry skin, and hair care.

Olive Oil

  • Derived From: The fruit of the olive tree (Olea europaea).

  • Properties: Antioxidant-rich, moisturizing, anti-inflammatory.

  • Good For: Skin care, hair nourishment, soothing irritated skin, and anti-aging.

Pumpkin Seed Oil

  • Derived From: Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo).

  • Properties: Rich in zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants.

  • Good For: Anti-aging, reducing dark circles, and improving hair health.

Rice Bran Oil

  • Derived From: The outer husk of rice grains (Oryza sativa).

  • Properties: High in vitamin E, antioxidants, and squalene.

  • Good For: Moisturizing dry skin, reducing signs of aging, and soothing irritated skin.

Rosehip Seed Oil

  • Derived From: Seeds of wild rosehips (Rosa canina or Rosa rubiginosa).

  • Properties: Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants.
  • Good For: Brightening skin tone, reducing scars and fine lines, improving skin elasticity, and moisturizing dry or mature skin.

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