Carrier oils

1.Avocado oil – high levels of vitamin E, along with other potent antioxidants, make avocado oil ideal for clearing up skin conditions.Vitamin E has certain antioxidant effects, helping to stimulate the growth of new cells, protecting the skin against infections, reducing inflammatory problems, including eczema and rosacea, and improving the appearance and youthfulness of your skin. Works as a regenerating, rehydrating treatment for skin that soothes and enhances texture. It smooths the look of wrinkles, tightens skin, and diminishes the appearance of scars, age spots, and other unwanted blemishes. It can be used on dry, rough, aging, sensitive, or irritated skin such as skin afflicted with psoriasis.

2.Jojoba oil – is most commonly used to moisturize, cleanse, and control oil production in skin and hair. Acts as a non-comedogenic, fast-absorbing yet long-lasting emollient that gently moisturizes, soothes, nourishes, and softens skin without leaving a greasy residue. It cleanses skin to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and to promote the growth of new skin that is clear, cleansed, healthy, and supple. Due to a chemical composition that closely resembles the sebum found in human skin, Jojoba Oil is readily accepted and endured by skin. Jojoba Oil can balance skin’s oil production to reduce the effects of acne by eliminating excess natural oils in the pores.

3.Sweet almond oil – is high in mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids, minerals and glycosides. also contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 with small amounts of Vitamin E and D. Due to the presence of Vitamin E the oil has antioxidant capability. Antioxidants protect vital cell structures by neutralizing free radicals. Good for all skin types, applies easily, offers deep penetration and significant moisture retention together with high nourishing properties.

4.Grapeseed oil – contains fatty acids and polyphenols which can prevent premature aging. It also contains vitamins E, C, and D which promote moisture and help protect the skin from harmful free radicals. It absorbs very well and promotes the absorption of moisture into the skin, particularly for fat-soluble vitamins. Grape seed oil is a light oil suitable for the care of acne, oily and combination skin.

5.Hazelnut oil – penetrate skin quickly, nourishing and astringent, contains tannins, which are powerful antioxidants. The tannins in hazelnut oil make it an astringent that can help dry oily skin, cleanse and shrink pores, and remove bacteria. Good for muscular problems, soothing the nappy rash, releves dry eczema, excellent for sunburn treatment.

6.Apricot kernel oil – almost identical to sweet almond oil but more expensive. Contain essential fatty acids (omega-6s and omega-3s).This oil has high levels of vitamin E and K and a number of powerful antioxidants, such as caffeic acid and various catechins, all of which leads to the many health benefits of this oil. Reducing blood cholesterol. Nourishing and emollient for the skin, easily absorbed, good for sensitive, dry and ageing skin.

7.Coconut oil – is found to be rich in antibacterial, anti-aging, antioxidant, wound healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. Used as an all over body moisturiser, helps to reduce chronic skin dryness and aids the removal of the outer layer of dead skin cells. It also helps to increase the skin’s elasticity and promotes a smoother, more youthful looking complexion. It is suitable for all skin types, but is particularly useful for dry, flaky skin.

8.Argan oil – high in essential fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamin E, all of which keep the skin supple and toned. Suitable for all skin types, the high levels of Omega 6 helps to preserve the integrity of the skin’s cells. Nourishes dry skin, naturally reduce the oiliness and has a sebum balancing effect, adds radiance to the skin. Known as ‘Miracle Oil’, ‘Moroccan Gold’ or ‘Liquid Gold’.

9.Rosehip oil – is the only oil which contains retinoic acid (Vitamin A), is also useful in products for damaged skin tissue and for treating oily skin, sensitive skin, and reducing or healing fine lines around the eyes, wrinkles and scars. Rosehip is amongst the best vegetable oil source of omega 3 and is also a good source of omega 6, both essential fatty acids collectively known as vitamin F, involved in cellular membrane and tissue regeneration and normalising skin with large pores.

10.Evening primrose oil – rich in gamma – linoleic acid, easily absorbed by the skin to help the skin repair itself, retain moisture and prevent further drying of the skin. Easily absorbed by the skin, softening and revitalising, improving the tone and elasticity. Reduces the appearance of aging by diminishing fine lines and wrinkles and promotes good moisture levels in the skin, keeping the skin soft and supple with a natural radiance.

11.Carrot infused oil – rich in vitamins A and E, beta carotene and carotenoids, it is a natural antioxidant and is excellent for revitalizing skin cells. Nourishing and soothing, ideal for damaged skin problems from very dry and chapped skin to scars. Vitamin A contained in Carrot Infused Oil is known to help improve skin tone, elasticity. Can be used for all skin types – especially good for matured, dry, sensitive and irritated skin.

12.Borage oil – rich in antioxidants ,contains twice as much gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) as Evening Primrose Oil, very easily absorbed by the skin, perfect to use with all sensitive skin types. Has strong anti-inflammatory effects, quickly moisturize, flush out toxins, and return sebum production to normal levels. Can quickly heal and soothe the symptoms of acne, while also reducing the appearance of scars and blemishes from this condition, reduce wrinkles and plump skin’s appearance.

13.Raspberry seed oil – rich in essential fatty acids,primarily linoleic and linolenic acids. Contains very high levels of tocopherols (Vitamin E), which act as antioxidants, and carotenoids (Vitamin A). Has anti-inflammatory qualities and has reported sunscreen qualities. Raspberry seed oil offers anti-aging benefits of improving skin elasticity, suppleness and flexibility, while softening and smoothing the look of wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin.

14.Pomegranate seed oil – is a powerful antioxidant which tackles free radicals,contains high amounts of Punicic Acid, also known as Omega 5, which helps to reduce inflammation and regenerate new skin production thus improving overall elasticity and tone. It also helps unclog pores on the face to help in relieve the symptoms of acne. Pomegranate seed oil penetrates deeply into the skin, creating lasting and healthy moisture, absorbs deeply into the skin. Perfect for all skin types

15.Calendula oil – macerated oil – obtained from the flowers of Calendula Officinalis and infused with Sunflower Oil. High in oleic acid, it will make the skin very soft and supple – this reduces the appearance of aging by premature wrinkles and fine lines. Calendula oil has antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that might make it useful in healing wounds, soothing eczema, and relieving diaper rash. It’s also used as an antiseptic.