Originally from the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, people like the O’odham and the Seri used jojoba oil for its good effects. As time passed, it became a common substitute for whale oil in makeup and skincare. This led to more jojoba plants being grown in the US, Mexico, and parts of South America. Nowadays, jojoba oil is used a lot in makeup, medicine, and food.
How To Use Carrier Oils: Argan
Argan Oil comes from the kernels nestled inside the fruit of argan trees, which mainly grow in Morocco. This oil is not just any ordinary oil; it’s a special carrier oil because it’s good for both the inside and outside of our bodies. Imagine cracking open a nut and finding a treasure inside—that’s what happens with argan oil.
To use Argan oil for skin, wash your face or affected area with a gentle cleanser and pat dry with a clean towel. Take a few drops of Argan oil and massage it gently into your skin using your fingertips. This natural oil can help to moisturize, nourish, and improve the overall appearance of your skin.
To use Argan oil for hair, after washing your hair with shampoo, squeeze out excess water and towel-dry gently. Take a few drops of Argan oil and rub it between your palms. Then apply the oil evenly throughout your damp hair, focusing on the ends and any area prone to dryness or frizz. This helps to hydrate hair, reduce frizz, and add shine.
Argan oil blends well with other carrier oils like coconut oil, almond oil, or jojoba oil. You can create your own massage oil by mixing equal parts of Argan oil with your preferred carrier oil. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to this blend for a relaxing and nourishing massage experience.
Use carrier oils with essential oils that can be sensitive to your skin.
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons coconut oil
2 Tablespoons shea butter
1 Tablespoon jojoba oil
1 tbsp. beeswax granules
1 tbsp. zinc oxide powder (optional)
½ tsp. red raspberry seed oil
½ tsp. carrot seed oil
Add one drop of each essential oil of your choice. Geranium, lavender, rosemary, and or peppermint all work well.
Instructions
1. Using a double boiler (or a small pan over very low heat), melt your coconut oil, sesame or jojoba oil, beeswax, and shea butter together. The beeswax will be the last to melt.
2. When the beeswax is melted, remove the mixture from the heat and let cool to room temperature. If you’re using zinc oxide, whisk it in at this point, being careful not to create a lot of dust. If there are some lumps, that’s OK. They will break up when you whip the body butter in step 4.
3. Move the mixture to the fridge for 15-30 minutes. You want it to start to set up, but still be soft enough to whip.
4. Take the mixture out of the fridge and using a stand mixer or hand mixer, start to whip it. Slowly add in the red raspberry seed oil, the carrot seed oil, and any essential oils of your choice, and continue whipping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
5. Use as you would any regular sunscreen. Application rates will depend on your activity and exposure to water. Store in a glass container in the fridge between uses.
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons coconut oil
2 Tablespoons shea butter
1 Tablespoon jojoba oil
1 tbsp. beeswax granules
1 tbsp. zinc oxide powder (optional)
½ tsp. red raspberry seed oil
½ tsp. carrot seed oil
Add one drop of each essential oil of your choice. Geranium, lavender, rosemary, and or peppermint all work well.
Instructions
1. Using a double boiler (or a small pan over very low heat), melt your coconut oil, sesame or jojoba oil, beeswax, and shea butter together. The beeswax will be the last to melt.
2. When the beeswax is melted, remove the mixture from the heat and let cool to room temperature. If you’re using zinc oxide, whisk it in at this point, being careful not to create a lot of dust. If there are some lumps, that’s OK. They will break up when you whip the body butter in step 4.
3. Move the mixture to the fridge for 15-30 minutes. You want it to start to set up, but still be soft enough to whip.
4. Take the mixture out of the fridge and using a stand mixer or hand mixer, start to whip it. Slowly add in the red raspberry seed oil, the carrot seed oil, and any essential oils of your choice, and continue whipping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
5. Use as you would any regular sunscreen. Application rates will depend on your activity and exposure to water. Store in a glass container in the fridge between uses.
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