Hydrosols
Hydrosols are the distillate residue produced from steam distillation - literally, distilled water infused with tiny particles of the essential oil.
Other Oils
- Apricot (Prunus Armeniaca)
- A light, clear oil expressed from apricot pits; great in bases where absorption without a heavy oily residue is desired.
- Borage (Borago Officinalis)
- Also known as Starflower, it contains high levels of essential fatty acids which are antioxidant and healing. EFAs are necessary for the growth and maintenance of healthy skin.
- Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis)
- As this oil is high in Gamma Linoleic acid, it is a very good skin conditioner and is normally used at 10-20% of total carrier oil.
- Flaxseed(Linum usitatissimum)
- Rich source of essential fatty acids, has anti-bacterial and soothing qualities.
- Hazelnut (Corylus avellana)
- Lovely rich oil, deeply penetrating and enriching. Could cause skin sensitivity in those with nut allergies.
- Linseed
- Extract from flaxseed oil
- Peach kernel (Prunus persica)
- An excellent, absorbent light oil. Not overly greasy.
- Rosehip (Rosa mosqueta or canina)
- Produces an extremely rich, nourishing oil rejuvenating oil, pressed from the ripe hips of wild roses. Excellent for mature and dry skins.
- Sweet almond (Prunus amygdalus dulcis)
- virtually odourless, light oil with excellent emollient and moisturizing qualities. It is expressed from almond seeds. Could cause skin sensitivity in people with nut allergies.
- Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
- A good basic oil which is highly suitable for all skins.
- Vitamin E (Alpha tocopherol)
- A powerful antioxigant.
- Walnut Oil (Juglans regia)
- Fragrant rich emollient used to condition and repair damaged hair. Could cause skin sensitivity in people with nut allergies.
- Wheatgerm Oil (Triticum vulgare)
- Rich in vitamin E, penetrates well to prevent loss of moisture and benefit cells.
