Herbal, Carrier, Essential Oils | Botanical Extract Co

Oils

Any of our botanicals which have oil soluble constituents can be infused to create lovely herbal oils. We also stock fixed oils and essential oils.

Infused Oils

Base oils such as Sweet almond or Sunflower which have had herbs soaked in them so that they adopt the medicinal properties of the herb. Popular infused oils include Calendula, St John's Wort and Comfrey. Infused oils are excellent for topical use, for massage, bath oils or included in creams and balms.

Fixed Oils

Fixed oils are 'expressed' or 'fatty' oils containing triglycerides, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals. These are often referred to as carrier oils and used as a base to which other products can be added and include Sweet Almond and Grapeseed oil.

Essential Oils

Essential oils are concentrated, hydrophobic liquids containing volatile chemical compounds from plants. They are used to add scent and therapeutic benefits to topical preparations, bath products and hair formulations.