With all the different carrier oils out on the market, how can we know what to use when, and why. Read on and let us learn more about the top 10 carrier oils on the market. I want convey with you that mindful diluting of pure essential oils with carrier oils make them completely safe for topical use. Today, allow me to share with you some of the best carrier oils and how to dilute them.
Top 10 Carrier Oils to choose from:
1. Argan Oil (Argania spinosa)
First on the list is Argan oil. In particular, it’s rich in vitamins A and E, monounsaturated fatty acids and is made from kernels of Argan fruits from Morocco. Aside from having a nutty aroma, it is edible and can definitely nourish your skin and body. Also, it’s suitable for most skin types. Pure Argan oils shelf life can last for 2 years if stored in a well temperature room. In fact, I’ve been using Argan Oil in taking care of my hair. I highly recommend this oil for hair care purposes.
Benefit and Uses of Argan Oil:
This amazing oil absolutely helps get rid of dry skin and hair, wrinkles, and skin inflammation. This oil is widely used for skin care and massages.
2. Avocado Oil (Persea Americana)
Second carrier oil that I included in this list is Avocado oil. It comes from avocado fruits and is known to have high oleic acid, monounsaturated fatty acid content. I researched that this kind of oil is suitable for people with dry skin. In addition, it’s shelf like is 6-8 months. If you store it inside the refrigerator, it’s shelf life might be longer.
Benefit and Uses of Avocado Oil:
Significantly, Avocado oil helps improve skin condition and hydrate and revitalize your skin when used on a regular basis.
3. Black Cumin Seed Oil (Nigella sativa)
Third on my list is Black cumin seed oil. It is obtained from Nigella sativa plant and has unsaturated and saturated fatty acids. Moreover, this oil is fitting for all skin types and is full of antioxidants.
Benefit and Uses of Black Cumin Seed Oil:
For me, the most important benefit of Black Cumin Seed Oil is that it certainly help soothes different skin conditions especially like eczema, acne and psoriasis and it commonly used for face and skin care and as massage oil.
4. Fractionated Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)
Well, I am constantly using this carrier oil and so far this is one of my favorite. I’ve been diluting oils using FCO for years now. This type of coconut oil is truly rich in vitamin E and antioxidants. Also, it’s light and non-greasy and easily absorbed by the skin. The process of fractionating — removing of long-chain fatty acids via hydrolysis and steam distillation is done to produce liquid consistency as a result giving this oil a longer shelf life of 2 years. Moreover, what I like about this oil is it’s very long shelf life.
Benefit and Uses of Fractionated Coconut Oil:
Best carrier oil for me right now is Fractionated coconut oil. Why so? It’s because it has lots of fatty acids as well as polyphenols which makes it perfectly right carrier for skin care and massage use.
5. Grapeseed Oil (Vitis vinifera)
It’s derived from grape seeds and this carrier oil has many powerful properties. It has a light aroma and transparent color, compatible for most skin types and shelf life is good for 3 months and up to 6 months if refrigerated. Grapeseed oil contains linoleic acid and vitamin E. Additionally, it is one the most used ingredients in making cosmetics.
Benefit and Uses of Grapeseed Oil:
Grapeseed oil is a good carrier oil use to make body and massage oils, cosmetics and other skin care products. It can certainly help speed up acne healing; reduce appearance of wrinkles, blemished and stretch marks.
6. Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis)
It’s pronounced as ho-ho-ba. Actually, Jojoba isn’t oil but a wax with moisturizing properties but it’s normally used as carrier oil. It’s is produced from Jojoba seed, golden yellow in color, odorless and has 2 years shelf life. It’s suitable for all skin types’ even oily ones. I am a fan of this carrier oil too.
Benefit and Uses of Jojoba Oil:
One of the greatest oil is Jojoba oil. This is used to make skin hydrated, doesn’t clog pores and help reduce skin’s oil production. It’s widely used for making hair and skin care products such as facial moisturizers, bath oils and more. I am recommending this carrier oil to you if you have a very oily type of skin.
7. Olive Oil (Calendula officinalis)
Olive oil is made from Olive fruits and it’s truly suitable for dry, irritated skin. This oil is thick, heavy and has a strong fragrance but good thing its high in both vitamins, fatty acids, plant sterols, and minerals. I am also a proud user of this oil because of its great qualities.
Benefit and Uses of Olive Oil:
You have to purchase this carrier oil because of its anti-inflammatory properties and it similarly helps promote blood circulation and healthy skin. It’s best used in food, massages, and aromatherapy.
8. Rosehip Oil (Rosa canina/ Rosa Rubiginosa/ Rosa Moschata)
I haven’t tried using this oil carrier but I’ll tell me more about this. Rosehips are the seeds of the Rosa rubiginosa, Rosa moschata, Rosa Canina bush. After their flowers die and drop their petals, the rosehip is left behind. Rosehip oil has a nutty, earthy scent and is high in Vitamins A and C. It’s truly perfect for oily skin and has a 6 months shelf life and need to be stored in a refrigerator.
Benefit and Uses of Rosehip Oil:
Rosehip oil supports in receding signs of aging, stretch marks, sun harm, scars and hyperpigmentation. It’s ideal to use for damaged and dry skin. It’s commonly used as carrier oil for massages and dry skin remedies. Use it as carrier oil for dry skin remedies, massage oils, and moisturizers.
9. Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus dulcis)
Another edible type of oil is Sweet Almond which is sourced from sweet almonds kernels. It’s lightweight, possesses strong smell, appropriate for sensitive skin types, acts as great moisturizer and has 1-2 years shelf life.
Benefit and Uses of Sweet Almond Oil:
Amazingly helps soothe dry, damaged and irritated skin. Definitely, it’s best used for making massage oils, bath oils, soaps and carrier oil for skin care.
10. Sunflower Oil (Helianthus annuus)
To complete my top 10 carrier oil list is Sunflower oil which comes from sunflower seeds, has thin consistency, completely compatible for all types of skin, and has a shelf life of 1 year. It’s rich in vitamin E, mono and poly unsaturated fats and omega 6 fats and is great carrier oil for beginners to use.
Benefit and Uses of Sunflower Oil:
Sunflower oil is commonly used in making hair and skin care products. It’s also known to support healthy digestion and improves immune system.
There are even more carrier oils to choose from but these are my top 10 picks for the most frequently used ones.
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Comment below to let me know what your favourite carrier oil is.
Xo, Zarine
Disclaimer: Any suggestions made on this blog are specific to doTERRA essential oils and should not be used with oils from another source. These products and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Anyone suffering from disease or injury should consult with a physician. If you are currently on medication, please DO NOT STOP.
I am confident in using oils in our recipes because we use doTERRA. I don’t suggest using any other oil for ingestion because I don’t know of their purity.
I am not not taking the place of your licensed medical professional, I do not diagnose and do not take responsibility for your health. I encourage you to do your research and seek out conversations with medical professionals that you go to, love & trust.
