What are carrier creams and how do you use them?
In the world of massage and spa treatments, a carrier is any type of substance used as base ingredient for a treatment for the skin and body. The two most common types of carriers are oils and creams. Essential oils and other active ingredients are added to the carrier cream or oil, which in itself has little or no therapeutic value, and the resulting formulation can be used for specific applications.
One benefit of a carrier cream (or oil), is that it has the ability to dilute the essential oils which are added to it. This results in an added measure of safety, since some essential oils and other holistic ingredients can be quite potent and potentially harmful if used the wrong way. Another benefit of a carrier cream or oil is that it presents a virtually limitless range of options. The same carrier cream can be used to make a product to invigorate and energize, or a product to calm and soothe. By itself, a carrier cream or oil is neutral; it has no fragrance, no added active ingredients, and no magical properties.
So how do you use a carrier cream? The first step is to find the right cream depending on your personal preference. For example, if you are looking to create a product for which to use with massage, the proper carrier cream should have a smooth and silky consistency. These carrier creams are often made using sweet almond oil, coconut oil, jojoba, and shea butter. If you are looking for a carrier cream to make a facial treatment, however, the carrier cream should be very light and pure so that it doesn’t clog pores or irritate the skin.
Once you have chosen your carrier cream, you are now ready to begin making custom formulations. It is a good idea to start by making small batches. For each batch, start by applying a few drops of the chosen essential oil. To make a massage cream, for instance, all that is needed is one ounce of carrier cream and 2-3 drops of lavender essential oil. To make an anti-fungal cream to treat a skin condition, one ounce of carrier cream and 4-6 drops of tea tree or eucalyptus oil will do the trick. In other words, the carrier oil or cream will usually make up about 99% of your final formulation.
One last word of advice is to make sure that you keep your carriers safe from cross-contamination. Never return unused product to your container of carrier cream, and always wash your hands before and after mixing a formulation. When scooping out pruduct, use a spatula or spoon and never your hands.
With the right products and a little bit of experimentation, you will have the ability to create a wide variety of skincare products without paying expensive spa prices!
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