ABOUT CARRIER OILS
Below are links to outside sources that discuss unique benefits of each of the carrier oils we use in our formulas.
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Borage
Borage oil is an extract made from the seeds of the Borago officinalis plant. Borage oil is prized for its high gamma linolenic acid (GLA) content. It’s thought that this fatty acid can help reduce inflammation tied to many diseases.
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Evening Primrose
Evening primrose oil (EPO) is made from the seeds of evening primrose flowers, native to North America. People traditionally used it to treat conditions including bruises, hemorrhoids, and sore throats.
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Jojoba
Jojoba oil is a gentle oil that you can apply directly to your skin.
It may have multiple health benefits, including moisturizing skin and acting as an antioxidant.
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Neem
Neem oil has a wide history as a folk remedy used to treat many conditions.
Although it has a harsh odor, it’s high in fatty acids and other nutrients, and it’s used in a variety of beauty products.
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Wheat Germ
Wheat germ oil may increase the blood flow in the skin, resulting in better supply of nutrients to the skin. This may be attributed to its high vitamin E content. It may also have an anti-ageing effect on the skin due to the presence of a bioactive compound, ceramide.