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Enjoy our line of fragrance-free, non-GMO, and gluten-free carrier oils. Amazing choices for skin and hair care, massage, aromatherapy, personal care, and cosmetics.

Which carrier oil should I buy first?

Jojoba, if you want one bottle that does nearly everything. It's remarkably close in structure to your skin's own sebum, it suits every skin type, and it has one of the longest shelf lives of any carrier oil, so it won't punish you for using it slowly.

After that, pick for your skin: grapeseed if you're oily or hate a greasy finish, argan or avocado if you're dry, apricot kernel if you're sensitive.

How much carrier oil do I mix with essential oil?

Per 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil:

Dilution

Drops of essential oil

Best for

1%

6 drops

Face, sensitive skin, children, older adults, daily use

2%

12 drops

General body care, massage

3%

18 drops

Targeted areas, short-term

When in doubt, go lower. You can always add more.

Will carrier oils clog my pores?

It depends on the oil and on your skin. Jojoba, grapeseed, and hemp seed are generally well tolerated by blemish-prone skin. Heavier oils like avocado are happier on dry skin, or blended down with something lighter.

There's no universal answer here, patch test and give it a couple of weeks before you judge.

Can I use a carrier oil on its own, without essential oils?

Absolutely, and plenty of people do. A good carrier oil is a complete moisturizer. The essential oil is optional.

How long do carrier oils last?

Roughly 6 months to 2 years, depending on the oil and how you store it. Jojoba is famously long-lived; rosehip seed is delicate and wants to be used up. Cool, dark, and tightly capped extends all of them.

If it smells sharp or a bit like crayons, it's oxidized, time to replace it.

What's the difference between a carrier oil and an essential oil?

A carrier oil is a fatty, mild plant oil pressed from nuts, seeds, or kernels, gentle enough to apply directly. An essential oil is a highly concentrated aromatic extract that must be diluted first.

Carrier oils moisturize and carry. Essential oils bring aroma and their own specific benefits, which vary from oil to oil. They're built to work together.

Are your carrier oils cold-pressed?

Yes, the oils we source are cold-pressed, which uses no heat and keeps their natural compounds intact. Heat extraction is faster, cheaper, and gives you a lesser oil.

Why did my oil go solid?

Cold. Some oils, neem in particular, solidify below about 70°F. It's not spoilage. Warm the bottle in your hands or a bowl of warm water and it comes right back.

Can I use coconut or olive oil from my kitchen instead?

You can, with caveats. Fractionated coconut oil stays liquid and works; virgin coconut oil solidifies and feels heavy; olive oil is nourishing but its scent argues with your blend. The oils we carry are chosen and refined for skin, which is why they layer cleanly under an essential oil blend.

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  • Organic Apricot Kernel Carrier Oil

    Apricot Kernel Oil

    Apricot Kernel Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Argan Oil by Plantlife

    Argan Oil

    Argan Oil

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  • Bottle of Plantlife Avocado Oil – cold-pressed and 100% pure

    Avocado Oil

    Avocado Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Baobab Oil by Plantlife

    Baobab Oil

    Baobab Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Black Currant Oil by Plantlife

    Black Currant Oil

    Black Currant Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Black Seed Oil by Plantlife

    Black Seed Oil

    Black Seed Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Borage Oil by Plantlife

    Borage Seed Oil

    Borage Seed Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Castor Oil by Plantlife

    Castor Oil

    Castor Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Evening Primrose Oil by Plantlife

    Evening Primrose

    Evening Primrose

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Golden Jojoba Oil by Plantlife

    Golden Jojoba Oil

    Golden Jojoba Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Grapeseed Oil from Plantlife

    Grapeseed Oil

    Grapeseed Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Hazelnut Oil by Plantlife

    Hazelnut Oil

    Hazelnut Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Hemp Seed Oil by Plantlife

    Hemp Seed Oil

    Hemp Seed Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Kukui Oil by Plantlife

    Kukui Oil

    Kukui Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Macadamia Oil from Plantlife

    Macadamia Nut Oil

    Macadamia Nut Oil

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  • Amber glass bottle of 100% pure Marula Oil by Plantlife

    Marula Oil

    Marula Oil

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