Oil Properties

Sweet Almond Oil A nut oil of light to medium weight. It is obtained from the dried kernels of the almond tree. Nourishing and pampering, a base oil suitable for all skin types, especially dry, mature or sensitive skin. Sweet Almond Oil is lightweight and has excellent penetrating properties. Contains vitamins ( A, B1,B2, B6, E ), minerals, fatty acids, and proteins. Relieves itching, helpful for dryness, inflamation, burns, thread veins, a great massage oil base. It relieves irritated skin. Protects and nourishes skin. Balances skins loss and absorption of moisture. Does not penetrate overly fast, hence it's protective properties.

Castor Oil A natural source oil from the Castor bean plant, similiar to glycerin as it attracts moisture from the air and draws it to the skin. A hard, shiny, thick oil that acts as a barrier agent and protective medium against harsh conditions and extremes. Soothing to the skin. Used extensively for hair conditioner because of it's ability to heal dry, damaged or brittle hair.

Coconut Oil Expeller pressed from the "meat" or "flesh" of coconut. It comes refined, unscented and is cosmetic grade only.This is a great oil for general moisturizing and serves as a protective layer, helping to retain the moisture in your skin. It also acts as a more mild, gentle oil suitable for those with inflamed and irritated skin, and especially those with skin sensitivities. Coconut oil is without a doubt, the number one lather-producing agent used in soaps. And is the first choice for most people in the cosmetics and soap industry.

Olive Oil Great for skin care, especially dry skin. Conditions hair and nails. Contains fatty acids, linolenic acid, and is famed for taming inflamed or dehydrated skin. Used for an arthritis remedy when rubbed on affected parts. Has a great conditioning effect in body care recipes and can be used in almost all applications.

Safflower Oil A fabulous, rich oil with an exceptionally high amount of Linoleic and Oleic acids. Deeply moisturizing. May relieve painful joints. Contains natural vitamins, including Vitamin E. Anti-aging.

Sunflower Oil A wealthy oleic oil with unusually high amounts of Vitamins A, D, and E, also has beneficial amounts of lecithin, and unsaturated fatty acids. Deeply nourishing and conditioning for the skin and it is highly recommended for recipes designed to treat dry, weathered, aged, and damaged skin. It does not absorb quickly.

Vitamin E A natural Vitamin E oil obtained by vacuum distillation of vegetable fats. Great for preventing rancidity and as an anti-oxidant in creams, lotions, baby products, cosmetics and more. Recent studies have suggested that Vitamin E oil assists in healthy heart and blood vessels and retards aging. Naturally regenerates tissue and cells, and has antioxidant properties. Good for stretch marks, aging skin, and wrinkles. Great for psoriasis and eczema.

Shea Butter is a white or yellowish fat expressed from the nut of the Karite Tree. Used by African healers over thousands of years as an exotic luxury emollient, reported to benefit dry ,damaged and maturing skin. Shea Butter is known for its natural healthy and healing attributes which works in partnership with your skin and body chemistry as a substitute for cocoa butter.

Cocoa Butter Otained by grinding roasted cacoa beans and then separating the vegetable fat. It is used by plantation workers to protect and soften skin. It is a popular ingredient in commercially produced hand, body and face creams. Like the Shea Butter its benefit is it use as an emollient to soften dry skin and can prevent stretch marks. It is solid, but melts at body temperature. Has a mild chocolate flavor and strong chocolate aroma. Contains antioxidants and retains and replenishes moisture in your skin.