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Carrier Oils and their Properties by Christine
Carrier Oils and their properties
There are so many oils on the market today, each with its unique
properties. Here is a list that I hope will be helpful to those who are
wondering why they should use one oil over the other. I have compiled it
from several resources on the internet, in books and from mailing
lists.
Almond Oil (Sweet)-Most popular carrier used. The large molecules in
this oil make it a heavier oil best suited for heavy massage or for a
very moisturizing cream or salve. Sweet almond oil contains vitamins A,
B1, B2 and B6 and a small amount of E. Protects and nourishes the skin.
Slight scent. Rich in protein and emollient, nourishing and slow to
become rancid.
Apricot Kernel Oil-Medium-light weight oil suitable for massage. Use in
cream and lotion recipes. Good for all skins, especially prematurely
aged, sensitive, inflamed and dry. Contains minerals and vitamins. Same
properties as almond oil. Suitable for body oils and lotions. Slightly
more expensive than almond.
Avocado Oil-Medium-heavy weight oil suitable for massage. Use up to
one-fourth to a cream or salve base. Contains vitamins A, B, and D and
is rich in lecithin. Penetrates the upper layers of the skin so it is
best suited for dry skin conditions. Beneficial for wrinkles. Often
added in small quantities to other carrier oils. Rich, nourishing and
penetrating. Used on fatty areas of skin during massage. Also, becomes
slightly sticky when massaged over a large area.
Borage-Helpful for repairing sun damaged, as well as, mature skin. Useful for maintaining healthy skin. More expensive oil.
Calendula-Often added in small quantities to other carrier oils. Used
in cosmetic preparations for dry, chapped & cracked skin.
Carrot-Often added in small quantities to other carrier oils. Rejuvenating for neck massage. Rich in many vitamins.
Corn-Contains large amounts of vitamin E. This carrier is acceptable when no other carriers are available.
Evening Primrose-Often added in small quantities to other carrier oils.
Rich and nourishing. Good for scaly skin and dandruff preparations.
Grape Seed Oil-Light weight odorless oil suitable for light massage and
is water-dispersible in the bath. Contains vitamins, minerals and
protein. Good all around oil. Grape Seed oil is not suitable for creams
or lotions. "Satiny" finish without the greasy feel. Mildly astringent
and useful for acne and oily skin.
Hazelnut Oil- Most penetrating carrier oil. Mild scent. Nourishing and
stimulating to the circulation. Medium weight oil suitable for light
massage. Perfect for base oil for creams. It is stimulating to the
circulation and also has astringent properties so is effective on acne.
Contains oleic acid and a small proportion of linoleic acid.
Jojoba -This liquid wax is slow to become rancid. Often added to other
carriers as a preservative. "Satiny" finish to the skin. Good for acne
and an excellent choice for many aromatherapy uses. A must in many cream
and lotion recipes. It is very stable. Jojoba contains myristic acid,
which has anti-inflammatory properties.
Kukui Nut Oil- Thin, light and expensive Hawaiian carrier oil. New on
the scene, this oil is wonderful for mature, aging skin. Has a slight
odor, which can be overcome by adding essential oils. Not offensive.
Kukui nut oil is readily absorbed into the skin and leaves the skin
soft, conditioned and very moisturized. An excellent oil to add to cream
and lotion formulas. Lubricating without the greasy finish. Best when
combined in small amounts to other carrier blends.
Macadamia Nut Oil-Medium weight oil suitable for massage. It is highly
emollient and a good addition to your cream formulas. Very nice "feel"
to the oil when applied to the skin.
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Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries had its humble beginnings as an idea of a few artisans and craftsmen who enjoy performing with live steel fighting. As well as a patchwork quilt tent canvas. Most had prior military experience hence the name.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries.
Vendertainers that brought many things to a show and are know for helping out where ever they can.
As well as being a place where the older hand made items could be found made by them and enjoyed by all.
We expanded over the years to become well known at what we do. Now we represent over 100 artisans and craftsman that are well known in their venues and some just starting out. Some of their works have been premiered in TV, stage and movies on a regular basis.
Specializing in Medieval, Goth , Stage Film, BDFSM and Practitioner.
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Likewise, it is typical for these history-lovers to peruse the tent (aka mobile store front) and, upon finding something that pleases the eye, ask "Is this period?"
A deceitful query!! This is not a yes or no question. One must have a damn good understanding of European history (at least) from the fall of Rome to the mid-1600's to properly answer. Taking into account, also, the culture in which the querent is dressed is vitally important. You see, though it may be well within medieval period, it would be strange to see a Viking wearing a Caftan...or is it?
After a festival's time of answering weighty questions such as these, I'd sleep like a log! Only a mad man could possibly remember the place and time for each piece of kitchen ware, weaponry, cloth, and chain within a span of 1,000 years!! Surely there must be an easier way, a place where he could post all this knowledge...
Traveling Within The World is meant to be such a place. A place for all of these artists to keep in touch and directly interact with their fellow geeks and re-enactment hobbyists, their clientele.
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