Oil Library
25 oils found — click any oil to see its full profile, benefits, and pairing information.
Carrier Oils (25)
Apricot Kernel
Prunus armeniaca
very light, faintly sweet
- • Excellent for facial massage
- • Softening and soothing for sensitive skin
- • Rich in oleic and linoleic acids
light · medium absorbing
Argan
Argania spinosa
mild, slightly nutty
- • Extremely rich in vitamin E
- • Anti-ageing and skin regenerating
- • Reduces appearance of stretch marks and scars
medium · medium absorbing
Arnica
Arnica montana
faint, warm, herbal, slightly medicinal
- • Exceptional anti-bruising and haematoma treatment
- • Powerful anti-inflammatory for sports injuries
- • Reduces swelling and pain from sprains and strains
medium · medium absorbing
Avocado
Persea americana
mild, buttery, faintly green
- • Deeply penetrating and nourishing
- • High in vitamins A, D, and E
- • Excellent for mature or very dry skin
heavy · slow absorbing
Borage Seed
Borago officinalis
very faint, slightly green
- • Highest plant GLA content — typically 20–25%
- • Powerful anti-inflammatory for eczema and dermatitis
- • Supports hormonal skin balance
light · medium absorbing
Calendula
Calendula officinalis
faint, warm, slightly herbal
- • Exceptionally gentle and soothing for sensitive skin
- • Anti-inflammatory for eczema and dermatitis
- • Promotes wound healing and skin repair
medium · medium absorbing
Castor
Ricinus communis
mild, faintly musty
- • Deeply conditioning and occlusive
- • Stimulates circulation when applied with massage
- • Excellent for dry, cracked skin
heavy · slow absorbing
Comfrey
Symphytum officinale
faint, slightly green, earthy
- • High allantoin content for accelerated tissue repair
- • Anti-inflammatory for joints and muscles
- • Reduces pain and swelling from sprains and strains
medium · medium absorbing
Evening Primrose
Oenothera biennis
very faint, slightly sweet
- • Exceptionally high in GLA for skin balance
- • Therapeutic for hormonal skin conditions
- • Anti-inflammatory for eczema and psoriasis
light · medium absorbing
Fractionated Coconut
Cocos nucifera
virtually odourless
- • Nearly odourless — neutral base for scented blends
- • Very long shelf life
- • Lightweight and non-greasy
light · fast absorbing
Grapeseed
Vitis vinifera
very faint, slightly green
- • Ultra-lightweight and fast absorbing
- • High in antioxidant proanthocyanidins
- • Suitable for oily and combination skin
light · fast absorbing
Hemp Seed
Cannabis sativa
earthy, grassy, slightly nutty
- • Ideal omega-6:3 fatty acid ratio for skin
- • Anti-inflammatory properties
- • Excellent for eczema and psoriasis
light · fast absorbing
Jojoba
Simmondsia chinensis
very faint, waxy, neutral
- • Mimics natural skin sebum
- • Non-comedogenic — won't clog pores
- • Exceptional shelf stability
light · medium absorbing
Macadamia
Macadamia integrifolia / Macadamia tetraphylla
very mild, faintly nutty
- • Uniquely high palmitoleic acid (omega-7) content
- • Exceptionally compatible with mature and ageing skin
- • Replenishes age-depleting skin lipids
medium · medium absorbing
Marula
Sclerocarya birrea
mild, slightly nutty
- • Exceptional stability and shelf life
- • Rapidly absorbing with a silky finish
- • Rich in amino acids for skin repair
light · fast absorbing
Neem
Azadirachta indica
pungent, sulphurous, garlic-like, medicinal
- • Exceptional antifungal and antimicrobial properties
- • Powerful insecticidal action
- • Highly effective for chronic skin conditions — eczema, psoriasis
medium · medium absorbing
Olive
Olea europaea
distinctive, fruity, slightly grassy
- • Rich in oleic acid and squalene for deep moisturisation
- • High polyphenol antioxidant content
- • Traditional wound healing and skin conditioning
heavy · slow absorbing
Pomegranate Seed
Punica granatum
faintly earthy, slightly fruity, mildly resinous
- • Exceptionally high in punicic acid (omega-5), supporting skin regeneration and repair
- • Potent anti-inflammatory properties beneficial for inflamed or irritated skin
- • Rich in antioxidants including ellagic acid, helping to combat oxidative stress
heavy · medium absorbing
Rosehip Seed
Rosa canina / Rosa rubiginosa
distinctive, slightly earthy, fruity
- • Exceptional skin regeneration
- • Reduces hyperpigmentation and scarring
- • Rich in natural vitamin A (trans-retinoic acid)
light · fast absorbing
St John's Wort
Hypericum perforatum
faint, slightly floral, herbal
- • Powerful antineuralgic for nerve pain and sciatica
- • Anti-inflammatory for injured tissue
- • Promotes wound healing
medium · medium absorbing
Sunflower Seed
Helianthus annuus
very mild, faintly nutty
- • Rich in linoleic acid for skin barrier support
- • Lightweight emollient for all skin types
- • Affordable workhorse base oil
light · medium absorbing
Sweet Almond
Prunus dulcis
mild, slightly sweet, nutty
- • Deeply moisturising for all skin types
- • Excellent slip for massage strokes
- • Rich in vitamin E and oleic acid
light · medium absorbing
Tamanu
Calophyllum inophyllum
strong, green, slightly medicinal
- • Exceptional wound healing and tissue regeneration
- • Strong anti-inflammatory (calophyllolide)
- • Effective for nerve pain and neuralgia
medium · medium absorbing
Walnut
Juglans regia
rich, earthy, slightly nutty
- • Rich in omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid
- • Anti-inflammatory for dry and irritated skin
- • Antifungal properties
medium · medium absorbing
Wheat Germ
Triticum vulgare
strong, wheaty, earthy
- • Highest natural tocopherol (vitamin E) content of any carrier
- • Powerful antioxidant — extends shelf life of other oils when blended
- • Deeply nourishing for very dry or mature skin
heavy · slow absorbing