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Botanical Name: Daucus carota
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Golden Yellow
Consistency: Thin - Medium
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium Strong, Lingering Aroma
Aromatic Description: Earthy, woody, warm. It does not resemble the smell of carrots and is considered harsh or unpleasant by some.
Possible Uses: Eczema, gout, mature skin, toxin build-up, water retention.
Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear
Consistency: Watery
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Mild - Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, herbaceous, slightly earthy.
Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, flatulence, griping pains.
Botanical Name: Vitus vinifera
Aroma: Light. Slightly Nutty and Sweet.
Viscosity: Thin.
Absorption/Feel: Leaves a Glossy Film on the Skin.
Color: Virtually Clear. Has a Virtually Unnoticeable Tinge of Yellow/Green.
Shelf Life: 6-12 Months.
Notes: Grapeseed Oils pressed from specific grape varieties including chardonnay and riesling grapes are available. In general, however, Grapeseed Oil tends to be solvent extracted. Be sure to check the method of extraction for the oil that you purchase.
Grapeseed Oil is commonly used in aromatherapy as it is a fairly all-purpose oil and can be used in a wide array of applications ranging from massage to skin care. From a nutrititive standpoint, the most noteworthy aspect of Grapeseed Oil is its content of the essential fatty acid, linoleic acid. Grapeseed Oil, however, has a relatively short shelf life.
Botanical Name: Simmondsia chinensis
Aroma: Light to Medium. Distinct But Pleasant.
Viscosity: Medium.
Absorption/Feel: Absorbs well.
C
olor: Golden Yellow.
Shelf Life: Indefinite/Highly Stable.
Notes: Jojoba oil is actually a wax. It is highly stable with a long shelf life. It is said to act as a natural anti-inflammatory and is a good choice for use in massage and for inflammed skin. It is said that its composition is similar to that of the skin's natural sebum (oil). Jojoba is a good choice for use with those that have oily or acne prone skin.