Is a fine, light, soothing and healing oil, excellent for general use and is also useful for the removal of make-up and skin suffering from exposure to sun and wind. It is also suitable for hot packs. It has excellent penetrating properties and is beneficial to the skin regardless of skin type or age, it is particularly good for dry sensitive skins and can help relieve itchiness and swelling. Almond oil is completely odorless, and so is good for a base massage oil. Can be used on its own or blended with grape seed, jojoba or sunflower oils. Can be used 100% strength.

$5.00

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Avocado Oil Persea americana

One of the oils most easily absorbed into the deeper levels of the skin. Excellent for facial massage as it plumps up premature lined skins slowing the signs of ageing. Useful for relieving the dryness and itch of eczema and psoriasis. It has therapeutic and good penetration properties. Contains Vitamins A and B. Very longlasting oil. Normally used at 10% dilution.

Evening Primrose has high in levels of GLA. (Gamma Linolenic Acid) an essential fatty acid which the body uses to manufacture hormone like substances called Prostaglandin's. These are involved in the healthy functioning of many types of body tissue; combating pain and inflammation; regulating the menstrual cycle and controlling blood/cholesterol levels. Prostaglandin's appear to have a beneficial effect on the immune system and on the brain. It is an effective base oil for the treatment of PMS, eczema, psoriasis and arthritis. Helps to prevent the premature ageing of the skin. Use 10% dilution. It is quite a sticky, concentrated oil and is therefore easiest to use when blended with another lighter oil, such as grape seed or safflower. This mixture then forms a protective layer on the epidermis and keeps the complexion supple and strong. The mixture will keep for about a month if stored in a cool dark place.

$14.50

Hazelnut oil is cold pressed very light which makes it great for skin types that suffer from acne. Tones and tightens skin, helps maintain firmness and elasticity. Studies have shown that it can filter sun rays and is therefore commonly used in sun care products. A good oil for massage, hair care and cream/lotion formulas. Studies have also shown that it helps to strengthen capillaries and encourages cell regeneration so it might be useful against thread veins. Use 100% as base or in 10% dilution.

Our hemp seed oil has the lowest available amount of satured fatty acids and the highest amount of the polyunsaturated essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids). Our hemp seed oil is imported and pressed from unsterilized seeds which is said to yield a much better grade than the oil pressed in from the US from sterilized seeds.

$10.00

Jojoba oil is valuable because it requires little or no refining, and has several specific skincare properties. Its chemical composition is close to the skin's own oil, sebum., making it good for all skin types. Because of its natural affinity with the skin, jojoba oil combines with sebum and gently unclogs pores to free embedded dirt and grime. Jojoba oil is a wonderfully light carrier oil and the best base for facial oil blends. Because of its fine texture it is the most suitable oil for oily, combination and acne skins. Jojoba penetrates the skin more easily than most oils therefore not making it a good body massage oil. Rich in vitamin E, jojoba has a longer shelf life than many other vegetable oils. It is good for dieting/losing weight. It protects the skin and is a good barrier for hands and babies bottoms. It is a marvelous emollient. Use a 10% dilution to full strenght.

Macadamia Oil is highly compatible with the human skin, on which it has a profound softening effect. It's high content of pamitoleic acid makes it an effective antioxidant. Macadamia nut oil is goof for facial products, baby products, balms and lipglosses.

This oil is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Use in face blends for maturing skin or in blends for damaged skin where regeneration of new skin cells is needed. Use at 10% dilution. Avoid with acne and oily or blemished skins. Goes rancid very quickly.

Sesame oil is rich in essential fatty acids and helps to maintain integrity of the skin tissue while restructuring and moisturizing the skin. It is a heavy oil and should be blended with lighter oils. It makes a very nice massage oil, bath oil and sun care oil. An excellent sunscreen, absorbs 39% of radiation from the sun. Contains 32% natural protein. Unrefined sesame oil contains vitamins, minerals and lecithin and is excellent for adding to facial massage blends.

Softens the pore opening. Also gives off Vitamin B. A source of vitamins and minerals, this light-textured oil is especially good for body massage. Sunflower oil is also inexpensive and can be blended with the more exotic oils. Can be used as a main oil or in a blend. Good for mature, sensitive and dry, damaged skin.

Natural preservative. Very high in Vitamin E and also contains Vitamin A and D. It supports the skins natural process of regeneration, aids muscle and lymph function and is particularly valuable for treating dry, ageing skin, and extremely dry areas. It is often used in small amounts to prolong the shelf life of massage oils since it's high in vitami E. A wonderful massage oil. You can use up to 10% for a great bar of soap.