You have a LOT of choices when it comes to choosing carriers for your aromatherapy products!

Use this guide as a starting point, so you don’t feel confused as you’re blending. Feel free to try different carriers and recipes. It can take time to discover which carriers you enjoy working with the most, which your skin responds to the best, and which are your absolute, can’t-live-without-them favorites! As always, enjoy the process and reach out to us with any questions. Our team of certified aromatherapists is ready to help.

Keep learning!

Which aspects of aromatherapy are you ready to learn more about?

Aromahead Institute’s popular online classes will help you understand aromatherapy from all angles—from working with unique carriers, to knowing which oils to use (and why), to becoming a fully certified aromatherapist. They even have a free essential oil course for beginners!

Start by checking out these classes:

Body Butters and Lip Balms

Master the art of blending with carrier oils and butters! Learn to make perfect lip balms, luscious body butters, natural deodorants, and more. The blending foundations in this class will support your entire aromatherapy practice for years to come. LEARN MORE!

FREE Introduction to Essential Oils

Aromahead’s popular free course! Discover how to use essential oils to create strong immune blends, foaming hand soap, delicious lip balm, and other products for a natural lifestyle. LEARN MORE!

Aromatherapy Certification Program

Become an expert in the art and science of essential oils! The ACP’s research-based curriculum helps both beginners and experienced practitioners become certified aromatherapists—in a fun, interactive, online program that accommodates your schedule. LEARN MORE!

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Kang, P., Han, S.H., Moon, H.K., Lee, J.-M., Kim, H.-K., Min, S.S. and Seol, G.H. (2013) Citrus bergamia Risso elevates intracellular Ca2+ in human vascular endothelial cells due to release of Ca2+ from primary intracellular stores. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Article ID 759615.

Linck, V.M., da Silva, A.L., Figueiró, M., Caramão, E.B., Moreno, P.R.H. and Elisabetsky, E. (2010) Effects of inhaled linalool in anxiety, social interaction and aggressive behaviour in mice. Phytomedicine 17, 679-683

Peanna, A.T., D’Aquila, P.S., Panin, F., Serra, G., Pippia, P. and Moretti, M.D. (2002) Anti-inflammatory activity of linalool and linalyl acetate constituents of essential oils. Phytomedicine 9, 721-726.

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About Aromatics International

We provide the highest quality natural products available anywhere and rigorously test them to ensure their safety and

effectiveness. Our selection of essential oils, hydrosols, carriers, and aromatherapy accessories are selected by aromatherapists, for aromatherapists with purity, quality, and sustainability in mind.
www.aromatics.com

About the Aromahead Institute

The Aromahead Institute makes the study and therapeutic use of essential oils accessible to casual learners and healing arts professionals around the globe. Our comprehensive, evidence-based online courses and certification programs help students build the confidence and expertise needed to pursue their passions and establish thriving aromatherapy careers.
www.aromahead.com