Blog — carrier oil

Jojoba Oil Benefits for the Skin

October 31, 2022 • Kristyn Bango • acne • carrier oil • dry skin • jojoba oil • Natural Skin Care • skin benefits • skincare

Jojoba Oil is rich in beauty-boosting vitamins A, E, and D, antioxidants, and fatty acids. Jojoba is also naturally antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory. The oil can be used on any skin type, including dry, sensitive, and acne-prone.

The Hidden Ingredient: Looking at Labels

September 14, 2016 • Kristyn Bango • Anti Aging • aromatherapy • beauty • carrier oil • choosing • exfoliate • green • green beauty • homemade • hydrating • natural health • Natural Skin Care • nutrients • organic skin care • skin • skin care • skincare • soap

We are conditioned to look at labels on our food but have you ever thought about looking at the ingredients on your soap, moisturizer or makeup.

7 Essential Oil Myths - Part 1

June 18, 2015 • Kristyn Bango • carrier oil • detoxifying bath • epsom salt • essential oil • essential oil myths • essential oils safety • green beauty • lavender • myths • natural • natural beauty • safety • sea salt • sensitization • skincare

There are many myths about essential oil use floating around. As part of our series on using essential oils safely I thought I would share some of those myths and some alternative ways to use your oils.

Myth # 1- You can't be allergic to essential oils because they are natural.

Dilution and Carrier Oils: Using Essential Oils Safely

June 03, 2015 • Kristyn Bango • carrier oil • essential oil • green • green beauty • natural • natural beauty • nontoxic • safety • sensitization • skincare

This week we will dig in to dilution a bit and the different carrier oils you can use to dilute your oils. Many times fractionated coconut oil is recommended across the board. This is not an oil I personally choose to use. I like to look at each oil for it’s properties and then choose my carrier oil based on the benefits it provides in relationship to what I am trying to achieve with my essential oils.