St John's Wort

Lemongrass has a higher sensitisation risk and its sharp citrusy aroma can compete strongly with St John's Wort's earthy character; use with care and at low dilution.

Neem's very strong, pungent odour can overwhelm St John's Wort's subtle aroma and may cause skin sensitivity in some clients; use only in very small proportions.

Clove bud carries a high sensitisation risk and can be dermally irritating; use only at very low dilution alongside St John's Wort and avoid on sensitive skin.

Both St John's Wort and bergamot (unless FCF) are photosensitising, and combining them significantly elevates the risk of skin phototoxicity — use only FCF bergamot and advise sun avoidance.

Basil ct. methylchavicol carries a higher sensitisation risk and its more stimulating profile may conflict with St John's Wort's calming nerve-soothing action.

Peppermint's strong cooling action and sensitisation risk require careful dilution alongside St John's Wort; avoid on sensitive skin types and use at low concentrations.

Castor oil's very heavy, viscous consistency can inhibit the absorption of St John's Wort's active compounds; use only in very small proportions if included.

Walnut oil carries a risk of nut allergy reactions and should be avoided with clients who have tree nut sensitivities; otherwise therapeutically compatible with St John's Wort.

Lavender's universally calming, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties make it a quintessential partner for St John's Wort in nerve-soothing, relaxation, and pain-relief blends.

Helichrysum is one of the finest oils for bruising, nerve damage, and inflammation — its synergy with St John's Wort creates a premium restorative and anti-inflammatory blend.

Frankincense's anti-inflammatory, calming, and cellular-regenerative properties make it an outstanding aromatic and therapeutic partner for St John's Wort.

Rose otto's emotionally healing, anti-inflammatory, and skin-regenerating properties pair beautifully with St John's Wort, creating a premium blend for nerve support and emotional wellbeing.

St John's Wort's nervine and anti-inflammatory properties synergise with clary sage's calming and antispasmodic qualities for an effective stress and pain massage blend.

Comfrey's allantoin-rich healing action and St John's Wort's nerve and bruise repair properties make this a superb combination for remedial and injury-focused massage.

Copaiba's potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties synergise beautifully with St John's Wort for pain management and nerve inflammation blends.

St John's Wort's anti-inflammatory and nerve-soothing infused carrier oil pairs excellently with cypress for leg and vein massage.

Geranium's balancing, anti-inflammatory, and nerve-toning properties complement St John's Wort beautifully in blends for both emotional and physical nerve support.

Both oils are renowned for bruising, inflammation, and muscle pain relief, making this a powerfully synergistic pairing for sports or remedial massage.

Macadamia's high palmitoleic acid content and silky texture pair beautifully with St John's Wort, enhancing spreadability and skin nourishment in therapeutic massage.

Borage seed's exceptional GLA content and anti-inflammatory power works synergistically with St John's Wort, making it ideal for nerve-related skin sensitivity and inflammation.

Both are classic herbal infused oils with complementary anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties, creating a supremely soothing and skin-supportive blend.

St John's Wort's powerful anti-inflammatory and nerve-soothing properties pair superbly with olive's emollient base for pain relief and neuralgia-focused massage blends.

Neroli's profound calming, antidepressant, and skin-regenerating properties align beautifully with St John's Wort's nervine and mood-supportive benefits.

Roman chamomile's exceptional anti-inflammatory and nervine properties create an outstanding therapeutic synergy with St John's Wort for nerve pain, anxiety, and skin inflammation.

Sweet marjoram's antispasmodic, warming, and nerve-calming properties create an excellent synergy with St John's Wort for neuralgia, sciatica, and muscular pain blends.

St John's Wort's nerve-supportive and anti-inflammatory infused carrier properties make it an outstanding match for basil ct. linalool in nervous system blends.

St John's Wort's analgesic and nerve-soothing properties synergise very well with spruce for muscular, joint, or nerve-pain blends.

Sweet almond is a classic massage carrier that blends flawlessly with St John's Wort, offering a smooth, skin-nourishing base that enhances the therapeutic oil's absorption.

Pomegranate seed's exceptional antioxidant content and skin-regenerating punicic acid work in powerful synergy with St John's Wort for inflamed and damaged skin.

Apricot kernel is a light, skin-nourishing base that blends seamlessly with St John's Wort infusion, extending its therapeutic benefits while improving spreadability in massage.

Evening primrose's high GLA content and regenerative skin properties pair excellently with St John's Wort for inflamed, sensitive, or nerve-damaged skin.

Argan's rich antioxidant and vitamin E content complements St John's Wort's anti-inflammatory properties, creating a deeply restorative blend for nerve-affected or inflamed skin.

Hemp seed's balanced omega fatty acids and anti-inflammatory compounds work in excellent synergy with St John's Wort for pain, nerve, and skin health applications.

Jojoba's exceptional stability and skin-compatible wax structure makes it an ideal carrier to extend St John's Wort, improving shelf life and skin absorption.

Marula's antioxidant richness and fast absorption complement St John's Wort well, creating a luxurious and deeply therapeutic blend for nerve and skin health.

St John's Wort's powerful anti-inflammatory and nerve-repairing properties create a synergistic healing partnership with rosehip for damaged or post-surgical skin.

St John's Wort's nerve-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties combine superbly with sunflower as a shared carrier base for pain and tension relief.

Tamanu's unique calophyllic acid compounds and nerve-regenerating properties make it a remarkable synergistic partner with St John's Wort for neuropathy and skin repair.