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What is Fixed (Carrier) Oil?

The vital energy store that plants need in order to grow and develop in their seeds, seeds and sprouts has been used by human beings for millennia. Everything a young seedling needs to start plant life is in its seed. And what is good for the plant is good for the person.


Fixed oils are nutritious and valuable oils obtained by cold pressing these parts of plants. They are called fixed oils because they do not emit odors on their own like essential oils and are stable. It is used as pure or blended with essential oils in personal care and aromatherapy applications. For this reason, they are also called base oil or carrier oil. It is the second main component of aromatherapy after essential oils. Essential oils that cannot be applied to the skin purely are blended with carrier oils. Thus, the healing of essential and fixed oils with suitable synergies is carried to the body. Fixed oils, which can be easily absorbed by the skin, nourish the skin and act as a natural moisture source and protective barrier.


How Are Fixed (Carrier) Oils Used?


Fixed oils or Carrier oils, when used correctly, help the skin and body in many issues such as hormonal balance, skin and hair care, anti-aging care. Unrefined carrier oils that have not lost their beneficial essential fatty acids and phytochemicals are very valuable. Fixed oils used in aromatherapy must be obtained by cold pressing method without being refined and deodorized. Thus, the body can benefit from essential fatty acids and phytochemicals in carrier oils.


Fixed oil varieties should be used in personal care and aromatherapy according to the fatty acid type they contain. The chain length and saturation degree of fatty acids show different metabolic effects. For the right result, it is important to ask which are the right carrier oils. Babassu and Coconut oils with medium chain structure are used for fast absorption, dry-worn sensitive skin and hair care, while Apricot Kernel Oil with long chain structure is slowly absorbed by the skin and provides protective care with its long-term strong lubricating effect.


Fixed and essential oils are an inseparable duo in aromatherapy. Essential oils, which should not be applied to the skin purely, can be blended with fixed oils and applied to the skin. The use of these natural care oil blends at safe dilution rates can create a natural and effective personal care routine. For the correct dilution ratios of essential oils, you can refer to the Alfheim Essential Oil Dilution chart. Thus, you can feel the nourishing and protective effects of fixed oils while benefiting from the soothing, balancing and mood boosting properties of essential oils.


Fixed Oil Types


The answer to the question of what are carrier oils and how to use fixed oils is related to the selection to be made among fixed oil types. The selection of fixed oils with different chain structures and different efficacy mentioned above is important. The desired result is possible by choosing the right fixed oil. Below you can find the usage areas of some fixed oils according to their fatty acid groups and saturation degrees.


Argan Oil: Oleic and Linoleic Acid Group > High Vitamin E, care provider, preservative and barrier builder.


Babassu Oil: Laurin Acid Group > Medium Chain Fast absorption in the skin, for dry and damaged skin. Good for hair care.


Almond Oil: Oleic Acid Group > Long Chain > Slow absorption into the skin, protective and care provider. Baby, elderly sensitive skin care.


Rosehip Seed Oil: Alpha Linolenic Acid Group > Long Chain > Skin rejuvenator, for aged and irritated skin. Good for face and eye area care.


Hemp Seed Oil: Linoleic Acid Group > Long Chain > Dry and oily skin care. Barrier protection provider.


Wheat Essential Oil: Alpha Linolenic Acid Group > Long Chain > On scars and postpartum stretch marks. Skin regenerative.


Sesame Oil: Oleic and Linoleic Acid Group > A very good massage oil. Care provider and barrier builder.


Borage Oil: Gamma Linolenic Acid Group > Long Chain > Hormone regulator, for itchy and irritated skin.


Grape Seed Oil: Gamma Linolenic Acid Group > Long Chain > Skin rejuvenator, ideal for face and eye care.


Shea Butter: Vegetable Solid Fat > Long Chain > Powerful moisturizer. Highly nutritious. Powerful lubricant and skin barrier builder.


Jojoba Oil: Liquid Beeswax > Effective skin protection. In-depth effective care provider. Protective barrier effect.



Alfheim Aromatherapy brings you healing and natural fixed oils obtained by cold pressing method, unrefined and not purified from odor-phytochemicals with steam at high temperatures. For the selection of the right essential and fixed oils, you can contact our customer representatives via alfheimaromatherapy.com .


Fixed Oil Prices


Fixed oil prices vary considerably according to market conditions and production methods. It is very important for users to have knowledge of production methods and to experience real oils from the right brands in order to obtain well-priced and quality products. Fixed oils obtained as a result of refining and diluted with non-metabolizable trans fats should not be used in aromatherapy and personal care. As with essential oils, the desired result in fixed oils is only possible with the right and quality oil selection. Alfheim produces the most accurate and quality oil for you. You can visit the Alfheim Fixed (Carrier) Oils category to discover and experience carrier oils produced in the production facility in GMP and ISO standards, packaged and preserved in the right conditions.

Fixed oils should be obtained by cold press method, without exceeding a certain temperature, by squeezing method. Otherwise, the beneficial chemical contents of oils may lose their effectiveness when exposed to heat. All products in the Alfheim Fixed oils category are effective and safe as they are obtained by cold pressing method.

Fixed oils are used in skin care routines, in skin care products such as creams, shampoos and lotions, during face and body massage; some are even used in delicious salads, such as sesame, grape seed, hemp seed oil. They can be used alone or combined with other oils to make them safe by diluting essential oils.

Fixed oils can be mixed with other fixed oils such as themselves or with essential oils to ensure the safe absorption of essential oils under the skin.

Fixed oils are generally suitable for use alone. Therefore, it can be used without the need to dilute it with another fixed oil. Depending on the intended use, it can be mixed and applied in combination with essential oils or other fixed oils.

 

How is Fixed Oil Obtained?

Fixed oils should be obtained by cold press method, without exceeding a certain temperature, by squeezing method. Otherwise, the beneficial chemical contents of oils may lose their effectiveness when exposed to heat. All products in the Alfheim Fixed oils category are effective and safe as they are obtained by cold pressing method.

Why Are Fixed Oils Used?

Fixed oils are used in skin care routines, in skin care products such as creams, shampoos and lotions, during face and body massage; some are even used in delicious salads, such as sesame, grape seed, hemp seed oil. They can be used alone or combined with other oils to make them safe by diluting essential oils.

Are Fixed Oils Mixed?

Fixed oils can be mixed with other fixed oils such as themselves or with essential oils to ensure the safe absorption of essential oils under the skin.

Are Fixed Oils Diluted?

Fixed oils are generally suitable for use alone. Therefore, it can be used without the need to dilute it with another fixed oil. Depending on the intended use, it can be mixed and applied in combination with essential oils or other fixed oils.