The crude version is a heavy sticky oil very high in vitamins & minerals & particularly suited to weathered or mature skin. The refined version is lighter & more versatile but less rich in nutrients. They are both ideally suited for use in facial blends or for adding to blends to boost the vitamin content. ...

Avocado refined is a lighter & more versatile oil but less rich in nutrients than the crude version. They are both ideally suited for use in facial blends or for adding to blends to boost the vitamin content. Avocado refined contains saturated & monounsaturated fatty acids & vitamins A, B & D. It is rich in lecithin & is a very viscose oil able to penetrate the skins upper layers. An excellent carrier oil for dehydrated, dry itchy & wrinkled skin. ...

The crude version is a heavy sticky oil very high in vitamins & minerals & particularly suited to weathered or mature skin. The refined version is lighter & more versatile but less rich in nutrients. They are both ideally suited for use in facial blends or for adding to blends to boost the vitamin content. ...

The crude version is a heavy sticky oil very high in vitamins & minerals & particularly suited to weathered or mature skin. The refined version is lighter & more versatile but less rich in nutrients. They are both ideally suited for use in facial blends or for adding to blends to boost the vitamin content. ...

There are several different types of basil oil. Absolute Aromas has selected a True Sweet Basil Oil (Ocimum Basilicum) known as Linalol type. This is the safest & most pleasant of the Basil oils used in aromatherapy. A stimulating & clearing oil useful when concentration is needed or when feeling tired. Try adding 1 drop of Basil & 3 drops of Lemon to the water in an oil burner to help create the right atmosphere for hours of exam revision or paperwork! A blend of 1 drop each of Basil & Lavender in 10ml of Sweet Almond oil makes a good abdomen massage oil. Always massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction. Do not use during pregnancy & only in moderation especially by those with sensitive skin. ...

Also known as West Indian Bay this Bay is not to be confused with Laurus Nobilis or Sweet Bay which is a different species. The fruits of Bay are an ingredient of Allspice. The essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the plant but is also both warming & aromatic. West Indian Bay is the main ingredient of the old-fashioned Bay Rum hair tonic which was said to stimulate hair growth & help with greasy or problem hair. For a home-made hair tonic try adding two or three drops of Bay to your usual shampoo or conditioner. Alternatively blend 3 drops with a teaspoon of vodka (to dilute) add to warm water & use as the final rinse after shampooing. Bay has a high Eugenol content which makes it irritating to mucous membranes it should not therefore be used in the bath & should be used in moderation & not on young children. For a winter-warming aroma try adding 2 drops of Bay 1 drop of Cinnamon & 3 drops of Sweet Orange to a burner or diffuser. ...

Also known as West Indian Bay this Bay is not to be confused with Laurus Nobilis or Sweet Bay which is a different species. The fruits of Bay are an ingredient of Allspice. The essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the plant but is also both warming & aromatic. West Indian Bay is the main ingredient of the old-fashioned Bay Rum hair tonic which was said to stimulate hair growth & help with greasy or problem hair. For a home-made hair tonic try adding two or three drops of Bay to your usual shampoo or conditioner. Alternatively blend 3 drops with a teaspoon of vodka (to dilute) add to warm water & use as the final rinse after shampooing. Bay has a high Eugenol content which makes it irritating to mucous membranes it should not therefore be used in the bath & should be used in moderation & not on young children. For a winter-warming aroma try adding 2 drops of Bay 1 drop of Cinnamon & 3 drops of Sweet Orange to a burner or diffuser. ...

The two main types of Benzoin are Siam (styrax tonkinensis) & Sumatra (styrax benzoin). The Sumatran type is much cheaper to produce & coarser than the superior Siam quality. As Benzoin is a resinoid it comes in solid form. Absolute Aromas has used an odourless diluent
- benzyl benzoate
- to liquefy it so that it is practical to use. Even diluted to 40% it can still solidify easily & the bottle may be warmed in the hands before use. Benzoin is balsamic warming & penetrating but gentle. It is useful for all the family particularly during the winter months when it is ideal to be used in steam inhalations as well as in baths or massage blends for dry or weather-worn skin. In a steam inhalation try blending with Eucalyptus (especially Eucalyptus Radiata for children) Tea Tree or Frankincense. As a treat for weather-worn skin (gardeners windsurfers etc take note!) add a 2 drops each of Benzoin Lavender & Orange to a jar of unfragranced hand cream or to 10ml of Sweet Almond oil & massage in thoroughly.

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The two main types of Benzoin are Siam (styrax tonkinensis) & Sumatra (styrax benzoin). The Sumatran type is much cheaper to produce & coarser than the superior Siam quality. As Benzoin is a resinoid it comes in solid form. Absolute Aromas has used an odourless diluent
- benzyl benzoate
- to liquefy it so that it is practical to use. Even diluted to 40% it can still solidify easily & the bottle may be warmed in the hands before use. Benzoin is balsamic warming & penetrating but gentle. It is useful for all the family particularly during the winter months when it is ideal to be used in steam inhalations as well as in baths or massage blends for dry or weather-worn skin. In a steam inhalation try blending with Eucalyptus (especially Eucalyptus Radiata for children) Tea Tree or Frankincense. As a treat for weather-worn skin (gardeners windsurfers etc take note!) add a 2 drops each of Benzoin Lavender & Orange to a jar of unfragranced hand cream or to 10ml of Sweet Almond oil & massage in thoroughly.

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