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In their pure state, essential oils are too highly concentrated to rub directly on the skin. We use vegetable and carrier oils to dilute them. These oils are made from vegetables, nuts, or seeds. They are produced mainly for food and are a good source of nutrients and energy. But they are also used in aromatherapy. Many of these oils have healing properties even when we use them by themselves.

Here is a list of a few of these base oils and the various skin types they can be used for:

Sweet Almond Oil
Rich in protein, good for all skin types.

Apricot Kernel Oil
All skins, especially prematurely aged, sensitive, inflamed, and dry.

Avocado Oil
All skins, especially dry and dehydrated; eczema.

Borage Seed Oil
Prematurely aged skin. Good for regenerating and stimulating the skin. All skin types.

Carrot Oil
Premature aging, itching, dryness, psoriasis and eczema. Rejuvenating; reduces scarring.

Evening Primrose Oil
Helps to prevent premature aging of the skin.

Jojoba Oil
A waxy substance that mimics collagen. It can be used for inflamed skin, psoriasis, eczema, acne, hair care, all skin types; highly penetrative.

Olive Oil
Rheumatic conditions, hair care, cosmetics; soothing.

Wheatgerm Oil
Prematurely aged skin; all skin types.

This post is based upon The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy, by Valerie Ann Worwood. Novato, CA. New World Library, 1991