which oil is the best for....

[fylith]

I am looking for an oil that allows for good skin absorption. any suggestions? thanks a bunch

 

[agriffin]

It probably varies by skin type but my overall favorite oil is fractionated coconut oil. It is very light and easily absorbed. After that I like Jojoba oil.

 

[fylith]

thanks so much

 

[Healinya]

It really does vary by skin type. This link makes a nice resource.. It suggests avocado and almond (and others, just search the letters "absor" to make it easier to scan)

http://www.aubrey-organics.com/custom.aspx?id=61

You may enjoy cross-referencing with this link also

http://www.beautymagonline.com/pages/co ... metic_.htm

(ETA: imo, the real key to good skin absorption is good exfoliation)

 

[krissy]

i like grape seed oil. i infuse green tea and calendula petals in some and use that as my face lotion.

 

[awi]

Krissy- I hadn't thought of using grape seed oil! That might be something good to add to lotion. I am wanting to use ingredients that are good for the face and will soak in and not clog the pores. Thanks for the idea.

 

[krissy]

i have made a pure grape seed oil lotion before, just for myself but found it too oily- that could be my own fault though. i love the pure infused oil for my face. i do the oil cleansing method and use it for both cleansing and moisturizing...

 

[Lindy]

My favourite for quick absorption is Jojoba Oil which is actually a liquid wax that closely resembles our sebum (skin oil) which allows for quick absorption. Mixed with Coconut Frac, Avacodo, & Sweet Almond you have a really nice combination.

Cheers