Aromatherapy carrier oils are used to apply, or 'carry' essential oils onto the skin. They're often referred to as base oils, or vegetable oils and are extracted from nuts, kernels and seeds.
Carrier oils are extracted by cold pressing and are non volatile. In aromatherapy and massage, they're used to dilute highly concentrated essential oils and absolutes, before being applied to the skin.
Absolutes are concentrated oily plant extracts, similar to essential oils, that are also used in the perfume industry.
Concentrated essential oils can cause severe skin irritations to some people, if applied directly undiluted. It's therefore imperative that they're applied by a professionally qualified practitioner!
Carrier oils have different therapeutic properties and characteristics. These include aroma, colour and shelf life, so the choice of carrier oils will depend on the therapeutic benefits desired.
The formulation could be a simple essential oil blend, a more complex natural moisturizing skin care product, such as a lotion, cream or lip balm.
Carrier oils, like essential oils should be kept in dark air tight bottles and stored in a cool dark place, for maximum shelf life. They have a relatively short shelf life, so must be stored correctly!
Many practitioners prefer to keep their essential oils, carrier oils and accessories in a wood, essential oil carrying case, as natural wood compliments the 'essential' organic nature aromatherapy!
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