Botanical Name - Grapeseed Carrier Oil - Vitis vinifera.
Plant Origin - Italy.
Oil taken from - Seeds.
Extraction Method - Expeller-pressed.
Colour - Pale Yellow to pale green.
Aroma - Grapeseed Carrier has a very mild and light aroma, making it an excellent choice for Aromatherapy massage as its own aroma does not distract from the aroma of the blend being prepared.
Absorption rate - Easily and readily absorbs into the skin.
Shelf life - Up to 24 months when stored correctly - see below for full details.
Traditional uses for Grapeseed Carrier include -
Good for all skin types especially oily skins with large and open pores as the Omega 6 (Linoleic Acid) that is found in abundance in Grapeseed is very useful in helping reduce the size of enlarged pores.
Grapeseed Carrier Oil is a popular choice for allergic and sensitive skin types as it is compared to many seed and kernel based Carriers less likely to cause skin irritations and topical reactions.
Use as a massage medium for hands on massage and as a Carrier Oil to dilute Essential Oils into.
Grapeseed Carrier Oil -
Can be used as a stand alone carrier/massage medium or can have other carrier oils added to it - between 10-50% addition of other carriers is acceptable to enrich and enhance the therapeutic qualities of the massage medium.
Mantra Aromatherapy Grapeseed Carrier Oil is -
A pure Carrier Oil that has not been blended/adulterated or diluted in any way.
It is a Vegan product that is cruelty free.
Is presented for retail in a pharmaceutical grade brown glass bottle with a tamper proof cap (for quantities of up to 100ml) for ease of use, or is presented in an opaque wide lid plastic bottle for 250ml and upwards sizes.
Each product purchased is freshly decanted from verified stock in the Uk in Wales.
Mantra Aromatherapy Grapeseed Carrier Oil is a Therapeutic Grade product and can be used as part of a Holistic treatment.
Product Safety -
Always store pure Carrier Oils in an upright position with their cap firmly secured in place.
To maximise the shelf life of any Carrier Oil it should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool, dry environment. - A medicine cabinet is ideal or Carrier Oils can also be refrigerated* to prolong their shelf-life.
*Please note that some Carrier Oils will become more viscous and/or solidify if stored below room temperature and will remain so until gently brought back up to room temperature.
Carrier Oils should never be -
taken internally,
never be put in or near the eyes nor put on areas of damaged or inflamed skin.
they should be stored away from children and used with caution around babies, small children and pets.
care and Medical advice should be taken before using Carrier Oils to blend Essential Oils in if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have a medical condition.
Always patch test before using any new Carrier Oil.