Grapeseed Oil is used as a base oil for many creams and lotions. It is the preferred carrier oils for many massage therapists because of its light, satin like finish. It also has some astringent qualities and is good for oily, acne prone skin.

Sweet Almond is an excellent emollient and is known for its ability to soften and re-condition the skin. It is rich in proteins and Vitamin D, and is considered extremely nourishing - particularly when used regularly. Contains Olein Glyceride Linoleic Acid. It can be expected to sooth dry skin and irritated areas.

Apricot Kernel is a  light, pale yellow, orourless oil and is rich in many vitamins and minerals.  It is very versatile, easily absorbed and is ideal  for the face. 

Apricot Kernal is suitab le for all skin types, especially dry, aging and sensitive skin and is used in many beauty treatments

Coconut oil is a very versatile andl ight oil.  It is easily absorbed, colourless, odourless and a good lubricant.  Also particularly good for the scalp and regenerating tired lifeless hair.

Because of the above characteristics, it makes an excellent base for a massage oil.

Avocado is a rich, green, viscous oil, with many vitamins and proteins.  It is very nourishing and easily absorbed into the skin.  Resommended for use on dry, dehydrated skin and it can also be beneficial for problem skin.  It is best used diluted with a lighter oil, like sweet almond oil.

Wheatgerm oil is especially beneficial for tired muscles and so is an appropriate base oil for use for aftger-sports massage.  Its high vitamin E content also makes it good for aging skin.

Hempseed oil is a mild, dry oil, with a good source of essential fatty acids and Omega 3, 6 & 9.  It is easily absorbed and excellent for the treatment of dry skin.  It is also good for normal to oily skin as the balance of essential fatty acids is silimal to the skin's own natural sebum.

Evening Primrose is a golden-yellow, fine textured oil.  With its high GLS content it is soothing and comforting during menstruation.  It is an excellent moisturiser, often used for dry and mature skin and is also good for overheated and irritated skin.

Borage Oil is very versatile and extremely rich in fatty scids (especially GLA), minerals and vitamins.  With its high GLS content it is soothing and ocmforting during menstruation.

Suitable for all skin types, particyularly dry, mature and scarred skin.  It is also helpful for overheated and irritated skin.

Borage oil is a rich, greeny-yellow coloured oil and is best used with a lighter carrier oil such as sweet almond oil.

Olive Oil is a green, heavy oil with a slightly fruity aroma.  It has a calming effect and is also an emollient.

If using for a massage, like Avacado and Wheatgerm oil, it may be better to add aobut 20% to a lighter carrier oil.

Calendula oil contains the soluble ctive principles of the marigold flowers and is obtained by infusing  the macerated flowers in a light textured oil.

Calendula  oil has long been used for promoting healing of wounds, scars, swellings and other injuries.  It is suitable for all skin types and is also soothing on dry, overheated and irritated skin.

A very thick antioxident.  Heals scar tissue and rejuvenaytes skin cellular activity.