Carrier oils (also known as fixed oils) are plant-based oils that are used to dilute essential oils for safe topical use. They are derived from the seeds, nuts, or fruits of various plants and are rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and other nutrients beneficial to the skin and hair. The term fixed oils refers to their stable, non-volatile nature—they do not evaporate or change state like essential oils, which are aromatic and volatile.
Key Characteristics of Carrier/Fixed Oils:
Non-Volatile:
Rich in Fatty Acids:
Unlike essential oils, which are highly concentrated and evaporate quickly, carrier oils are stable and do not evaporate when exposed to air.
These oils are often packed with essential fatty acids like omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9, which nourish and hydrate the skin.
Neutral or Mild Scent:
Skin & Hair Benefits:
Carrier oils have a subtle or neutral aroma, allowing the more aromatic essential oils to shine when mixed together.
Carrier oils are often used for their moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. They can be applied alone or used as a base for more potent essential oils in skincare and haircare formulations.
Non-Volatile: Unlike essential oils, which are highly concentrated and evaporate quickly, carrier oils are stable and do not evaporate when exposed to air.
Rich in Fatty Acids: These oils are often packed with essential fatty acids like omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9, which nourish and hydrate the skin.
Neutral or Mild Scent: Carrier oils have a subtle or neutral aroma, allowing the more aromatic essential oils to shine when mixed together.
Skin & Hair Benefits: Carrier oils are often used for their moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. They can be applied alone or used as a base for more potent essential oils in skincare and haircare formulations.
