Popular Carrier Oils

Mara’s Popular Carrier Oils: Pure Nourishment for Skin, Hair & Beauty Formulations

Description:

• Mara Organics presents a curated collection of four cold-pressed carrier oils, each prized for a lightweight texture, fast absorption, and multipurpose cosmetic benefits. 
• Use them alone or as a base for essential-oil blends, herbal infusions, butters, creams, balms, scrubs, or massage oils.
• All four oils are 100 % pure—free from preservatives, fragrances, and colourants—and suitable for most skin and hair types when properly patch-tested.

1. Sweet Almond Oil

Scientific Name:

Prunus amygdalus dulcis

Key Benefits

• Naturally rich in vitamin E, monounsaturated fatty acids, and trace zinc

• Helps soften and condition dry or sensitive skin
  

• Lightweight and gentle enough for everyday use, including delicate skin

Best for: all skin types, makeup removal, baby-massage blends, massage oils

2. Grapeseed Oil

Scientific Name:

Vitis vinifera

Key Benefits

• High in linoleic acid and antioxidant polyphenols

• Feather-light texture well-suited to oily or congestion-prone skin

• May refine the look of pores and help support skin elasticity

• Adds natural shine to hair without a greasy feel

Best for: oily or combination skin, pore-refining serums, hair and scalp care

3. Avocado Oil (Cold-Pressed)

Scientific Name:

 Persea americana

Key Benefits

• Intensely emollient; rich in vitamins A, D & E that help maintain the skin’s natural barrier

• Deeply moisturises dry, mature, or stressed skin

• Helps nourish dry, brittle hair and soothe the scalp

Best for: dry or ageing skin, hot-oil hair treatments, rich body butters

4. Jojoba Oil

Scientific Name:

Simmondsia chinensis

Key Benefits

• Closely mimics the skin’s own sebum, helping balance oiliness without clogging pores

• Non-comedogenic and generally well-tolerated by sensitive skin

• Helps protect hair against moisture loss and breakage

Best for: combination skin, lightweight facial serums, beard & hair oils

How to Use (External Use Only)

• Facial Care: Apply a few drops to clean skin or blend into serums and moisturisers.

• Hair Care: Massage into scalp, use as a sealant, or apply as a pre-shampoo treatment.

• Massage & Body: Apply directly or combine with essential oils.

• Formulation Base: Use as the carrier in DIY creams, balms, scrubs, and butters.

Safety Information

• For external use only. Perform a patch test before full application. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep out of reach of children.
• Consult a qualified health professional if pregnant, breastfeeding, or under medical supervision.
• This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; individual results may vary.

Storage Information

• Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
• Reseal bottles tightly after each use.
• Optional refrigeration—especially for grapeseed and avocado oils—can help extend freshness.