Essential oils should never be used undiluted on the skin, and needs to be mixed with a carrier oil (also referred to as a base oil) to dilute the concentrated molecules, helps spread them over the surface of the skin, and helps deliver into the...
Essential oils should never be used undiluted on the skin, and needs to be mixed with a carrier oil (also referred to as a base oil) to dilute the concentrated molecules, helps spread them over the surface of the skin, and helps deliver into the skin. This is done by diluting them in carrier oils. These oils are normally obtained by cold pressing and is inert - and not volatile as essential oils.
Each carrier oil have different therapeutic properties and should be chosen for the benefit being sought.
Natural creams, lotions, gels and other moisturizing skin care products are also made with carrier oils and can be used as a means to deliver the essential oils to the skin.
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