How to Use Fixed Oils with Essential Oils?
Fixed oils and essential oils can be used together. Fixed oils are usually vegetable oils and have a wide range of nutritional properties. Essential oils are obtained from the flowers, leaves, roots or other parts of plants by methods such as water and steam distillation.
These two types of oils, when combined, create a powerful combination to support both physical and emotional health. Fixed oils can be used as a carrier oil to help essential oils penetrate the skin better and reduce potential skin irritation. Fixed oils can also dilute the concentration and effects of essential oils, allowing you to use them more safely.
Fixed oils and essential oils can provide benefits in various ways when used together. For example; they can be used in skin care, massage oils, hair care, aromatherapy and even home cleaning.
How to Dilute Essential Oils?
Essential oils are often diluted with a carrier oil when not applied directly to the skin. This reduces the risk of essential oils harming the skin.
The first step is to choose a suitable carrier oil. The most commonly used is sweet almond oil. Then, depending on the desired effect and intended use, a specific ratio of essential oil to carrier oil is usually used. These ratios usually range from 1% to 5%; these ratios can be adjusted according to skin sensitivity, the type of essential oil, and the intended use. Once thoroughly mixed, this diluted mixture can be applied to the skin or a specific area of use.
What is the Difference Between Essential and Fixed Oils?
Essential oils and fixed oils are two different types of oils obtained from plants.
Fixed oils are generally rich in fatty acids and are used in areas such as skin care, nutrition and hair care. Fixed oils offer benefits such as providing moisture to the skin, improving dry skin and nourishing the hair.
On the other hand, essential oils are obtained from the flowers, leaves, roots or other parts of plants by methods such as distillation / pressing. These oils usually contain intense smell and taste. They are used in areas such as aromatherapy, massage and natural cleaning.
How Are Fixed Oils Obtained?
Fixed oils are oils obtained from plant sources and are solid at room temperature. These oils are obtained by various methods using seeds, fruits or other parts of plants. One of the most common methods is the process called cold pressing. In this method, the plant material is usually pressed or crushed at low temperatures (usually below 60°C). This process helps preserve the chemical structure of the oil and preserve its nutrients. Cold-pressed oils generally have more natural and nutritious properties.
What are the uses of fixed oils?
Fixed oils are versatile oils used in various health and beauty areas. These oils often play an important role in skin care. Thanks to their moisturizing properties, they prevent the skin from drying out and maintain moisture balance. They can also reduce redness, soothe irritation and strengthen the skin barrier to protect against external factors.
They are also frequently used in hair care; they nourish, moisturize and add shine to the hair. They can also be used as fixed oils and massage oils; they relax the muscles, reduce stress and provide a general sense of relaxation.
Most Used Fixed Oils and Their Properties
Some fixed oils are more popular. They are used in hair or skin care to get benefits.
Pomegranate Seed Oil
Pomegranate seed oil is a natural oil obtained from the seeds of the pomegranate fruit by cold pressing. It is widely used in skin care and nourishes, moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin thanks to its antioxidant properties. It is the fastest-absorbing fixed oil.
Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet almond oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the kernels called sweet almonds by cold pressing. It is used in skin care and hair care; it moisturizes, softens, lightens the skin and nourishes the hair and gives it shine.
Sea Buckthorn Oil
Sea buckthorn oil is a type of vegetable oil obtained from the fruits of the sea buckthorn plant by cold pressing. It contains high amounts of antioxidants, vitamins and fatty acids. When used in skin care, it moisturizes, rejuvenates and can reduce redness on the skin.
Safflower Oil
Safflower oil is an oil extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant. Safflower oil is used primarily in skin care and hair care. It has antioxidant and moisturizing properties. It can also be used to stimulate hair and eyebrow growth.
Rosehip Seed Oil
Rosehip seed oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of the rosehip fruit by cold pressing. It is widely used in skin care and hair care. It has moisturizing and regenerating properties for the skin, can reduce wrinkles on the skin and even out skin tone.
Evening Primrose Seed Oil
Evening primrose seed oil is an oil obtained from the seeds of the Oenothera biennis plant by cold pressing. It is used in skin care and health. It has moisturizing and antioxidant properties for the skin, can reduce redness on the skin, and alleviate problems such as acne and pimples.
