Carrier Oil

Carrier oils are a key part of aromatherapy, which is a complementary therapy that involves using essential oils to aid physical and emotional health. Carrier oils dilute concentrated essential oils so that people can apply them to the skin without experiencing side effects.
Different carrier oils have different properties and uses. The carrier oil a person chooses for aromatherapy treatment will depend on their desired outcome. People make essential oils through the distillation of the aromatic leaves, flowers, barks, and roots of plants. If they apply these oils directly to the skin, however, they can cause reactions, such as severe irritation, flushing, or burning.
Carrier oils dilute the essential oils and help “carry” them into the skin. People also sometimes use aloe vera gels and unscented body lotions as carriers.
Carrier oils are usually vegetable oils, such as coconut oil or avocado oil, derived from the seeds, kernels, or nuts of a plant.