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CARRIER OILS FOR AROMATHERAPY USE


Carrier Oils
Carrier oils are less volatile than essential oils and are therefore suitable for use as a carrier.
Vegetable oil molecules can be absorbed into the blood stream through the pores of the skin.
Mineral oils (baby oil is a mineral oil) will not penetrate the skin, and can sometimes act as irritants, and are therefore not used in Aromatherapy.
The carrier oil acts as a lubricant between hand and skin in massage.
The nutritional constituents of the vegetable oils, such as VITAMINS A and E, nourish the skin itself.
Many oils will go rancid within 6 months, but 5% of Wheatgerm or Avocado (both containing the antioxidant Vitamin E) can be added to another carrier oil so that it will last approximately 9 months - eg. 95% Grapeseed or chosen oil + 5% Wheatgerm.

Carrier oils can be grouped according to their source:
SEED
Maize
Wheatgerm
Soya
Sunflower
Safflower
Grapeseed
Arachis (ground nut)
Macadamia
Evening Primrose
Castor
Rosehip
Pumpkin
Meadowfoam
Camellia
Borage
Rapeseed
NUT
Sweet Almond
Bitter Almond
Peach kernel
Apricot kernel
Jojoba
Hazel nut
Macadamia
Cherry kernel
Walnut
Kukui
FRUIT
Olive
Avocado

All carrier oils must be 100% pure, virgin cold pressed unrefined vegetable oil. For maximum penetration cold pressed virgin oils are best to provide the base oil to which essential oils are added for an aromatherapy massage. Aroma and quality influence the choice of oil, as well as suitable viscosity for the area of the body, eg a fine light oil for the face; a heavier oil for the body.

ALMOND OIL
Almond trees that bear white blossoms produce bitter almonds and those with pink blossoms bear sweet almonds. Sweet almond oil is used for massage. It is a light yellow oil of low odour and resistant to rancidity. It contains a substantial percentage of unsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid. Almond oil may be used on all areas of the body.

GRAPESEED OIL
This is a light easily absorbed base oil particularly suitable for oily skin.

WHEATGERM OIL
A heavier nourishing oil, particularly good for dry or mature skin as it is rich in VITAMIN E. It is often used as a natural preservative, improving the storage time of blends.
Blends containing wheat germ oil will last for up to 5 months, otherwise they will keep for up to 3 months.

Essential oils (Part 1)
Essential oils (Part 2)
 

For more information about our aromatherapy oils and products please ring 0161 881 3863 or 0845 1661 646 (local call rate)


Massage Therapy Treatments at Manchester Therapy Centre UK. Qualified Massage Therapists.
Essential oils (Part 1)
Essential oils (Part 2)

AVOCADO OIL
A rich heavy oil which is more penetrating than most carrier oils. It is therefore good for dry skin. It is obtained from the pulp of the avocado pear and has a deep green colour. It is a stable natural oil, rich in VITAMIN E.

EVENING PRIMROSE OIL
Obtained principally from Borage and Blackcurrant although this oil is comparatively expensive it has extremely beneficial effects. The oil contains gammalinoleic acid which converts into prostaglandin E. This substance promotes cell membrane growth and inhibits abnormal cell division. It is effective in the treatment of acne, eczema, dermatitis and may be used for allergic skin reactions on its own. Combined with the appropriate essential oils for these conditions the effect can be quite dramatic.
EVENING PRIMROSE OIL contains:
Prostaglandin A: Regulation of blood pressure.
Prostaglandin E: Influences vascularity, red blood cells, hydrochloric acid secretions in stomach.
Prostaglandin F: Important in reproductive functions.

HAZEL NUT OIL
A penetrating and nourishing oil.

PEACH & APRICOT KERNEL OILS
Light oils, often used for the face

JOJOBA WAX
This is not a vegetable oil but a liquid wax. It comes from the nuts of a very hardy bush which grows in arid climates such as deserts. It has an emollient, or skin-softening effect, and makes a good vegetable based replacement for oil. Jojoba was used by the Apache Indians in California as a cosmetic and healing salve. Recent research has also revealed that Jojoba helps remedy oily skin as well as dry skin, and contains skin rejuvenating substances.

HOLISTIC THERAPY TREATMENTS
click here or on the links below for therapy treatments at Manchester Therapy Centre
massage-therapy   aromatherapy   reflexology   sports-massage  Indian-head-massage   counselling psychotherapy   emotional-freedom-technique   hypnotherapy   past-life-regression   life-coaching nutritional-therapy   Thai-massage shiatsu   reiki   bowen-technique   hopi-ear-candle    physiotherapy     osteopathy   chiropractic

   

LOCATION AND MAP
The Manchester Therapy Centre is centrally located with free car parking and easy access by bus or train.

We are situated opposite the BUPA hospital in South Manchester near Chorlton. 

manchester school of massage location map
for a map of the area click here
 

GIFT VOUCHERS
This is the perfect present for birthdays and Christmas. Treat someone you know to a massage treatment. Other treatments available include indian head massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, shiatsu and more. We also have an introduction to massage course voucher for a fun weekend learning massage.


gift vouchers for massage, Indian head massage, reflexology, aromatherapy and other holistic therapies

for more details click here

INDEX AND SITE MAP
To make it easier to find your way around we have provided an index and site map.

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HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS
We sell a full range of healthcare and personal care products including aromatherapy oils, skincare, hair nutrition, dental care and pet care products through our sister company Newcare.
 

aromatherapy oils, healthcare products and personal care products
click here to visit www.newcare.co.uk


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

   

77 Russell Road, Manchester, M16 8AR Tel: 0161 862 9752