Top 10 Carrier Oils

What Are Carrier Oils?

A Carrier Oil is a vegetable oil made from the fatty portion of a plant, usually from the seeds, nuts, or kernels. Each carrier oil has a different combinations of health benefits and therapeutic properties. Depending on the benefit or characteristic being sought will determine the choice of Carrier Oil.

Carrier oils have a Comedogenic Rating, which indicates how likely any given oil is to clog your pores:

Comedogenic Rating of 0 : No risk; Will not clog your pores

Comedogenic Rating of 1 : Low risk; Slight chance of clogging pores

Comedogenic Rating of 2: Moderately low risk; Will not clog pores for MOST people

Comedogenic Rating of 3: Moderate risk; MAY suffer breakout depending on skin type

Comedogenic Rating of 4: Fairly high risk; MOST people will suffer breakouts

Comedogenic Rating of 5: High risk; WILL cause breakouts.

Apricot Kernel Oil (Prunus armeniaca)

Skin Type : Combination to Dry Skin

Comedogenic Rating : 2

Shelf Life : 6 months - 12 months. (Sensitive to heat & light. Store in a cool & dark place)

Benefits : Anti-aging, Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Antiseptic. Very beneficial on acne-prone skin as it is non-irritant & soothing to the skin.

Argan Oil (Argania spinosa) Skin Type : Suitable for most skin types Comedogenic Rating : 0 Shelf Life : Pure Argan Oil will last for at least 2 Years. Store at room temperature. Benefits : Full of essential fatty acids, minerals & vitamins that moisturize, protect & soften your skin.

Avocado Oil (Persea americana)

Skin Type : Drier, Acne-prone skin

Comedogenic Rating : 2

Shelf Life : 6 - 8 months on the shelf. 9 - 12 months in the fridge.

Benefits : Anti-aging, Hydrate & renew skin tone, improve skin conditions like Psoriasis & Eczema.

Carrot Seed Oil (Daucus carota)

Skin Type : Not suitable for Acne-prone skin

Comedogenic Rating : 3 - 4

Shelf Life : 12 months

Benefits : Anti-bacterial & Anti-fungal qualities due to its flavonoid content.

Cocoa Butter (Theobroma cacao)

Skin Type : Suitable for most skin types EXCEPT Acne-prone skin

Comedogenic Rating : 4

Shelf Life : Up to 5 Years

Benefits : Anti-aging, deep moisturizer for chapped & dry skin. Reduces scars & stretch marks.

Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)

Skin Type : Suitable for most skin types EXCEPT Acne-prone skin

Comedogenic Rating : 4

Shelf Life : 2 Years

Benefits : This health promoting oil leaves skin silky smooth and glowing. Massaging Coconut Oil regularly on skin also helps reduce inflammation and heal wounds. Aside from its anti-aging and skin-healing properties, this oil also stimulates the production of Collagen. It is also full of Vitamin E, which protects the skin from sun damage.

Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera biennis)

Skin Type : Most ideal for Acne-Prone & Oily skin

Comedogenic Rating : 2 - 3

Shelf Life : 6 months - 1 Year in the fridge recommended.

Benefits : This oil can be applied topically to promote elasticity, reduce inflammation, & enhance the skin’s cellular structure. Evening primrose oil is also helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyper-pigmentation.

Fractionated Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)

Skin Type : Most ideal for Dry skin

Comedogenic Rating : 2 - 3

Shelf Life : Indefinite with proper storage (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Benefits : The difference between Fractionated Coconut Oil and regular Coconut Oil is that Fractionated Coconut Oil has had its long-chain triglycerides removed, which makes it less oily and suitable for moisturizing dry skin. It also always stays in liquid form, making it useful for massages & self care.

Grapeseed Oil (Vitis vinifera)

Skin Type : Suitable for most skin types

Comedogenic Rating : 1

Shelf Life : 3 months - 6 months in the fridge

Benefits : This oil may be light, but it has many powerful properties. From speeding up acne healing to reducing redness, Grapeseed Oil is a great anti inflammatory. Rub Grapeseed Oil onto your skin to tone and tighten it, protect against sun damage, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, stretch marks, and blemishes.

Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis)

Skin Type : Suitable for most skin types

Comedogenic Rating : 2

Shelf Life : Up to 2 Years

Benefits : Detox and revitalize your skin with this light moisturizing oil. Jojoba oil mimics the consistency of our own sebum, which makes it an excellent acne treatment. Using this oil will help balance the production of excess oil while also helping to leave your pores clean & clear.