Aromatics International +
The Aromahead Institute

Partners in educating essential oil enthusiasts 

In addition to providing vibrant, high-quality essential oils and aromatherapy products, we believe in helping our customers get the most out of every drop by educating themselves on effective uses, benefits, and safety guidelines. We partner with the Aromahead Institute, an accredited and industry-leading aromatherapy school and certification program, to share educational content with our community. The Aromahead Institute offers evidence-based online courses that make the study and therapeutic use of essential oils accessible to thousands of engaged and active students across the globe.

Introduction

Essential oil carriers are natural vegetable oils, butters, waxes, and other substances that you can apply to your skin—either exactly as they are or in blends. We call them “carriers” because we use them to dilute essential oils.

Why should you dilute essential oils in carriers?

Using a carrier is the safest way to apply essential oils to your skin without risking reactions like irritation.

Many carriers have their own skin-nourishing benefits, too.

Avocado oil and cocoa butter, for example, are full of natural fatty acids. They moisturize your skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and repair the skin’s barrier to protect it against damage from things like harsh weather or pollution. Some carriers contain nourishing vitamins like A, C, and E, which help your skin stay radiant and healthy.

In some cases, you can use just one carrier. (Avocado oil is easy to apply to your skin all by itself.) Other times it’s easier to combine carriers and create customized body products. (Cocoa butter is usually too firm to use alone, and is easier to apply when it’s melted and blended with other ingredients).

In this guide, you’ll learn why carriers are key to safe essential oil use, the different types of carriers you have to work with, and how to use them.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Using carriers is a safe, sustainable practice that protects you and respects nature.

Chapter 2

The differences between oils, butters, lotions, and other carriers—and when to use each one.

Chapter 3

These 10 versatile carriers are staples in many aromatherapy collections!

Chapter 4

Work with unique, exotic carriers to grow your skills and make a wider variety of blends.

Chapter 5

Water and oil don’t mix...or do they? Learn to blend essential oils into water-based carriers.

Chapter 6

Get clarity on your next steps and keep your aromatic creativity flowing!