MSDS sheets are fantastic resources . I am still an amateur at DIY but I am slowly learning more about these things. I have a recipe for face cream, which calls for almond oil. Hi Lisa! If youre making a lip gloss, youll want one that absorbs slowly so it will sit on your lips and look shiny. My issue is, do i need a carrier that absorbs quickly or a bit of botha s it needs to absorb over 24 hours (but i dont want to be greasy all day. Hi Shadee! Im guessing the reason your coconut oil is liquid is because your ambient temperature is usually about 24C, so its likely the same stuff I use, just warmerthatll work great . Hey Jamie! Now I realize I will probably have to alter the amounts of my other ingredients when I make this swap in certain recipes like my stretch mark salve. Thank you, thank you, thank you. One of the most common substitutions people inquire about is using shea butter instead of cocoa butter. What would you say is the best substitute for argan oil. Thank you so much. I am just wondering if it is possible to swap the sweet almond oil in your lip balm recipes with hempseed oil or a mix of maybe hempseed and jojoba? Hi Julie! I hope that was helpful , Loved the article thanks for doing such a great job explaining things that could be confusing to a beginner like me in your list of oil I notice you did not mention Neem oil. Hi there Can I substitute cocoa butter for sweet almond oil? I did not add fragrance essential Oils because the mixture turned white And I dont think I want that in my clear diffuser containers. However, it is so prevalent in most recipes. Ive never worked with it, I have no intentions of doing so (though it will be legal here in Canada fairly soon), and I really cant tell you anything about working with itsorry. Bezoin is a natural, plant derived resinoid. Any suggestions for a substitute for beeswax in lipbalm? A few small studies suggest that it can reduce pain, although the evidence is not high quality. A few quick tips to start off with; if youre developing a recipe that youd like to be able to make over and over again with identical results, you should switch to weight, rather than volume. Hey Linda! Some people use borage as a substitute for valerian as it dispels melancholy and induces euphoria. can I use olive oil or coconut oil instead of jojoba oil to make a lip scrub? Whats a great substitute for Aloe vera butter? These patties sit on top of the bee frames and if it gets sunny with a warm spell it can get pretty warm in the hives. What is a good alternative? Thanks! Im making some your recipes & still learning till now. Coconut Oil. I do not like heaviness in oils. Thank you for the response. Thanks for the advice on going with weight vs volume! I was wondering about one thing: can I mix ingredients so as to have the properties of both ingredients? Im afraid Ive never been a hot soaper, so I cant speak from experience there. He has really dry skin behind his knees that cracks and leaves scabs so it needs to be a barrier cream that absorbs quickly and has a ton of moisturization in it. Read on to learn more about the oil's. Check this out for more information on different waxeschoose the one you think sounds best. These three carrier oils/butters are all very different, especially in the scent category! Is there a specific reason for that ? Soap is always going to be basic, and studies have shown repeated and ongoing exposure to high pH cleansers is not good for our acid mantle (https://simpleskincarescience.com/ph-acid-mantle/). Thanks for reading, Maureen! Hi KD! I dont have jojoba oil can I use neem, coconut or almond oil as substitute of jojoba oil? It reportedly helps reduce inflammation in skin conditions such as eczema. said to give relief to eczema and atopic dermatitis. I have dry lip (not parch, just dry). I mix castor, sweet almond, jojoba, rosehip seed and grapeseed oils with essential oils. Thanks, Erica! Its so nice to have such helpful info in one spot. Baobab oil has a percentage of saturated fatty acids which makes it a good oil to use to extend the . I make lip balms and face creams using a blend of sweet almond, extra virgin olive, and coconut oil, along with beeswax and cocoa butter. Have you checked out some of my body oil and cleansing oil formulations for ideas? Hi! Hmmm. Thanks so much for reading & DIYing with me , Recipe requests are welcomed suggestions and inspiration, but thats it. Thank you. What company did you test that makes this a fast absorbing oil? First of all, Im in love with your site, tips and recipes. Your site is divine! What a great post for someone who is just learning these things. I LOVE the way you explain everything so clearly that even us who havent yet started will understand :)! I would like your input on the carrier oils you think would make a great moisturizing lip balm. Recipes that I find online usually call for coconut oil. I have created lots of content for beginners; youll find it under the Where to Start header in the main menu. Ive shared many over the years . is easily absorbed by the skin. Marie, You just saved my life! What would be a good substitute? I wouldnt call it a dry touch finish (more of a satin finish), but its no oat oil! This article helped me more shea, because its almost 30 degrees right now and the coconut oil is liquid! Coconut oil is an emollient, which means it has a moisturizing effect when applied directly to the skin. THANK-YOU!!!!! It worked a dream, but still was wondering if this is the best carrier oil to use. are also problematic for you. Could I use shea butter instead of mango butter? You might be the first person who has said Ive saved their life and actually meant it Im so glad to be of helpthanks for reading! Borage oil has been shown to be effective at helping people maintain significant weight loss. Hi Marie, One could just synthesize pure urea, for instance, in a lab or one could harvest massive amounts of animal urine, isolate the urea from it, and then purify it. If you are allergic to tree nuts, talk to your allergist before adding coconut to your diet. (source). Will I be able to store it at room temperature (about 27 degree Celsius )for 6 months? Im so sorry to hear you detest coconut If you just hate it (and arent allergic to it) Id still use it in soaps, as it is so good at creating really lovely lather, and isnt at all noticeable in a final bar. Two, in facthere and here You should also just peruse my The Basics section, theres lots of good articles in there on things like solubility and stuff not to buy that you might find useful! Thanks so much.love all your posts and help. Or five. Is there something else that can be substituted for this?? One book I refer to when thinking of substituting an oil is Delores Boones Handcrafted Soap. I was just wondering what size soap mold you use? What a great idea and so very helpful! They are a lot like the flour or butter in a cookie recipe. Since this recipe isnt one of mine I cant make great recommendations, but Id start by looking at the soft oils and researching which ones arent comedogenic. If I could, do I have to make any modifications? Hi Jeannie! Baobab oil. Fantastic, thanks Jane! The charts are extremely helpful! Thank you for making this new venture of mine very easy. First, let me say congrats on your Blog engine updates. Hello, I have been trying all your DIY projects and I love them! This is a really useful post! . Interactions. The most important purpose after being the base of every formulation is consistency. Ive been working on the Humblebee & Me Encyclopedia; check there to see if the thing youre curious about is listed , Also, Id recommend giving this, this, and this a read , Hi Marie, Texture and melting point-wise, yes, but keep in mind that mango butter absorbs into the skin very quickly whilst shea butter is heavy and greasy, so if a recipe relies on mango butter for its fast absorption speed, using shea butter will ruin that aspect of the recipe . I am living in Indonesia, where average temperature is 27-35 C, which making coconut oil base body butter melt right after my body butter is ready. Love to hear your thoughts. this is so helpful for me. It's a domestic herbal remedy that has been used since ancient times. Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) essential oil is an acceptable substitute for rose oil. Average temperature here is 28 degree celcius. Thanks, Carol! I am trying to create for my friend a simple body oil that she can use in her face and hair as well. You can use virgin cooking oil, but Id probably look for something cheaperno need for the lovely stuff that tastes great if youre putting it on your skin. If theyre the same state, whats the absorption speed like? Raspberry Seed Oil - 2 years . I look forward to the post about essential oils! Your blog is GREAT!! I got your book and Im wondering a sub for the coconut oil in the vegan lipstick, any suggestions? The reason this may not work is a difference in both texture and melting point. Can you help me to reduce the oiliness? SInce tumeric is supposed to be so good for arthritis, it makes sense to make a balm with this new butter as the star. So, when it comes to the can I just leave it out? question, the answer is pretty much always no. Sounds wonderful, and I have almost everything to make it. Hi! They are very different in there room temperature form, but their melting points are similar, and both are smooth? My beeswax are pellets, cosmetic grade but without any honey smell.. actually no smell. Sweet almond oil is a liquid oil with an average absorption speed, so any other liquid oil with an average absorption speed will work. I was shopping the other day and found some colza oil do you know this ingredient? I would like the end result of the salve to be solid enough that it wont melt for being in a pocket, but soft enough that you wont have to gouge through it and that it absorbs quickly. Hi Jessica! Is it ok to substitute apricot oil for the coconut? I am making a paste for acne-prone oily skin. The content is not intended to be a substitute for . thanks marie. For neem, if you can find a refined version youd likely get more use out of it as the unrefined stuff stinks. Ive never worked with shea oil before, but it sounds like you could use it in recipes that call for heavier oils, like avocado oil, in a 1:1 swap. If you are making an emulsified cream with emulsifying wax you can probably get away with the substitution, but the final product will not perform the same way. But, based on the other posts youve recommended that I read, candelilla has a smoother and not as sticky feeling as beeswax and that its possible to help the salve absorb faster if I were to change some of the olive oil to something like grape seed oil (camellia is a little pricey!). DO you know which carrier oils would be the thickest consistency? This is really I am looking for. Additionally, I was wondering what your opinion is on soybean and safflower oil. I find it very soothing for itchy skin . I had an unfortunate experience with almond oilwithin two minutes of touching my daughters hair I had to be rushed to the hospital after two shots of my epi-pen. Most recipes should be ok as they are, but having never tried it, Id recommend doing some more research. Hi Marie. The salves will be for Christmas presents thats why im basing it on such a large batch. Im really enjoying reading your informative information and looking foward to making many of your recipes. However, I still find myself a little confused on how to properly incorporate some EOs into my daily beauty routine. but.. do you have anything in mind that you think would be a suitable substitute? To busy to poke around your site today but youre bookmarked and Ill definitely be back. Common carrier oils include olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, grapeseed oil, canola oil, sweet almond oil, walnut oil, and more. Which oil can be used as an alternative oil for Sweet Almond Oil ? Is there a substitute that can be used in stead? You can use andiroba oil instead of emu oil for a plant-based substitutetheyre similar-ish, but definitely not the same thing. ill probably get some mango butter eventually for making fragrance-free products for pregnant/nursing friends or their kids. Woohoo! If its too greasy thats likely because youre using more oil than water based ingredients, but thats just a guess. Thankyou for such a great article. Hi Mary! Hey Dawn! Abyssinian oil is a pretty good place to start. Hope that helps! NDAs product pages are a great place to start for basic research on absorption speeds . Should I just use less grapeseed oil, adjust the ratio of mango butter and grapeseed oil, or do something else? On the whole, I wouldnt recommend this , At home vitamin C serums are really tricky to make because vitamin C is super prone to oxidization, and once it oxidizes, it doesnt work anymore. I want to make your Hair Balm, but out of Jojoba Oil. Im so enjoying this blog of yours! Thanks a lot! If a recipe calls for vitamin E oil as an antioxidant, can it be substituted with evening primrose oil or anything else? Hey Hani! I really wouldnt recommend using your expensive oils in place of cheap oils here. Its is mainly made up of sopropanol, Honey is also a humectant, though, so if it can attract enough water to itself there can eventually be enough water that some of it has some free time to go cause trouble. In a hair care recipe, is there a good substitute for flax seed oil? Coconut oil is very greasy and oily and stays on the skin for ages, and beeswax is very slow to absorb and makes everything you combine it with equally so. thanks. Borage seed oil contains an omega-6 fatty acid that may lower inflammation in people with RA. Are used light sesame oil, 70% isopropyl alcohol. Thanks, Claire! I would not use neem oil in anything that wasnt to repel insects, basically (or designed to take advantage of any of neem oils other benefitsit is said to be good for problematic skin conditions as well). Borage is a Spanish plant that has green leaves and star-shaped flowers. Do you know where information can be found regarding which oils are nut oils? Thank you! Coconut oil would be a good choice, and you could look at extending the shelf life even more by adding some extra vitamin E . What can I add to Shea Butter to make an anti acne face cream? Its used like an essential oil for a vanilla-y scent as vanilla essential oil is water soluble (and more expensive), so it doesnt work in oil-based products. Im fairly confident Liquid Germall Plus (INCI: Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate) is fully synthetic. If you have any other questions/entries youd like to see, feel free to pass the ideas along , Hi Im making this recipe for acne and scars. I have a quick question. Since Shea Butter is a nut, can you please let me know if mango butter may be a good alternative? I want to use my essential oils as a spritz on my body. Both the blooms and the leaves are edible and can be used in different ways. Ive made many of your recipes with much success. Even our oldest surfactant, Turkey Red Oil, is made by reacting sulfuric acid and castor oil. I love your blog!! Even though the grapeseed oil is considered fast absorbing, it felt too greasy-feeling for my liking. I look for MSDS with the oils I buy to find information about their melting get point, scent etc. I love doing this for after sunburn lotions its divine! So, in something like lip balm, coconut oil will provide a better glide as it will melt as soon as it touches your lips, while a shea butter lip balm will likely skid across the lips for the first few seconds (assuming it isnt 35C/94F+ outside). Any suggestions? Awesome! It is completely possible to create both those products without any coconut anything and without any sulphates. I have been reading all about COs and what CO is good for which skin type. I love the recipes just not that specific ingredient lol, You can also look it up in the encyclopedia for other ideas . I have developed an allergy to beeswax. Any recommendations for a substitute for shea butter? Or any others? x amount of a soft oil (shea butter) to a x amount of a liquid oil (grapeseed). Carrier oils as you rightly said made of different types of oils and come with different properties and characteristics. PLEASE CONSIDER!! I notice that you use the water bath to melt, instead of the microwave. Your email address will not be published. You would think with everything else needing allergy labeling this information would be included with the carrier oils, but it isnt. Massaging borage oil into the scalp can help, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. Because i want to make a lotion which is thin, light and fast absorb, not greasy. Borage oil is popular for treating a condition known as folliculitis - where the hair follicles get damaged and inflamed as a result of infection. Is that even possible? Benefits Borage has been linked to a. OH Great! Also, if you havent checked out my new post on DIY for Beginners, you totally should, it walks you through more info like this & great starter recipes . You can definitely use it in lotions; heres a good one! Thanks for reading and I look forward to your response! Thanks, Hi Dana! You make the chemistry behind DIY much fun and tolerable to people like me. Working in really hot temperatures isnt something I get to do very much. If Im reading your charts properly, youre saying it would be worth a try using babassu oil instead? I just woke up and its -8C here, and its only going to get worse over the coming months . And here I am, bumped to your article. Should I use a different oil? Your final product will likely not be exactly the same, but it should be just fine. No matter how thick or creamy they are in the tub, they melt into an oil quickly on the skin, and vanish from the lips in moments without contributing any meaningful moisture. If you wish to use it in cooking, put the oil just before serving to keep the fatty acids intact. Hi Daniel! Hi, you made clear almost everything! (I am very new at the Essential Oils business). Im only a teen, by the way! However, there is limited research to support its effectiveness . You are rad! All in all, I would recommend working with these oils individually and getting to know them personallytheres really no substitute for that, especially when were talking about your skin and your body. It is golden yellow with a very subtle nutty aroma. Im honestly not sure if Ive ever seen refined versions of seabuckthorn or neem. Anywho my question is. There are many benefits to borage oil including its ability to lower inflammation, soothe pain, lower stress levels, reduce blood sugar, protect heart health, improve female health, decrease skin disorders, aid in weight loss, prevent chronic disease, calm hyperactivity, and lower respiratory distress. Heres a quick list that Ill elaborate on further down: The most basic, obvious thing carriers oils do is basically make up the majority of many products (along with water in some formulations). Thank you for posting this Marie, I was reading online about substitutions (before I found your website) and so many people who have been blogging and DIYing for ages who dont know the difference between carrier oil.nThey said that your can use olive oil of sunflower oil for sweet almond oil and it would turn out the same, but it wont, or that butters that are used for different things can be swapped for one another, Thanks, Ki Li! I love your site and videos. It's derived from the seeds of the borage plant, which has the species name Borago officinalis and is indigenous to North Africa and Europe. I love how it feels after it dries up. This thanksgiving I am having my daughters and three of their come home. I LOVE the smell of it and want to know more about the speed of absorption. One of the questions I am asked the most is along the lines of I dont have ingredient X, can I use ingredient Y or Z instead, or just leave it out?. Thank you for sharing your knowledge:) Videos and PDFs are very helpful. It is a popular ingredient in bug repellents, and from what I understand, it smells absolutely awful (which is what makes the bugs stay away). In this entry Ill be talking about plant-derived carrier oils and buttersthe basic building blocks of many skincare formulations. 6 drops frankincense oil Rose (Rosa damascena) essential oil is one of the most expensive and most adulterated essential oils in aromatherapy practice. Hi KayeI never recommend using palm or palm kernel oil, but from what Ive read palm kernel oil can be used instead of coconut oil with relatively similar results.Babassu oil is another non-palm alternative (though significantly more expensive). We are going to Florida with my son & his family. From my quick googling it sounds like colza oil is more or less canola oil I have used canola oil in soap with good results, but I know some people have reported quick DOS-ing with it. Hi Ayse! Ive also been experimenting on my own a bit based on what Ive learned. Yes, babassu oil would be a good alternativethough I do worry that theyre so similar that you may also be allergic to it, so tread lightly there. What are your thoughts on this? Also, I would recommend starting with a significantly smaller batch than the one you have listed ingredients for. The green colour wont dye your skin like seabuckthorn can, but it will turn products a pale green (like this). Id really like to avoid using olive oil pomace and replace it with extra virgin olive oil in all the recipes I try. I found this article because I am looking for an alternative to argan oil. That would give you more freedom to formulate with . Hi I really enjoyed your article, very well informed and shows me how much I dont know! Id probably recommend dropping the wax as its quite heavy for all-over facial application (this coming from somebody with quite dry skin as well). I would prefer to substitute it with different oil as our oldest daughter is allergic to all tree nuts; she wants to help me with making lotions and scrubs and use them as well. Then you have a carrot oil (from the plant) that contains oodles of Vitamin A! What kind of wax do you recommend? Beeswax, coconut oil and palm oil is produced here, while other carrier is imported. Hey Norma! Its always important to get to know your ingredientsin some cases those swaps would be appropriate, and in others I wouldnt make those choices, but as with so many things DIY, your mileage may vary Make sure you always man-handle your oils so you know what theyre like . This article was fantastic! It sounds like youre having great fun experimenting Something to keep in mind with body butter is that you just need to use way less of it than lotionmy mother has also remarked that salves/body butters are quite greasy, but when I see how much she applies, its no wonder she thinks they take ages to absorb! Hi I love this post & your descriptions of varying consistencies, melting points, etc have proved helpful as I modify basic recipes to accommodate pregnancy, excema & even my coconut allergy. Hello. Thanks for reading In my experience, the vast majority of cosmetic ingredients are vegan. What do I need more or less of? Please look up any ingredients you have questions about in the. I recently made a cellulite cream with Shea butter to give it a softer/ richer feel. Flax seed oil spoils quite quickly due to its high omega content, I tend to save sunflower for lotions as its pretty plain and inexpensive, and Ive bought walnut oil a couple times, but often leave it out of formulations due to nut allergies , Hi Serina! so heavy and slow-absorbing you wont be able to touch paper for 20 minutes without leaving greasy fingerprints everywhere So, when making substitutions in a formula where the melting point and texture are important, be sure to pay attention to the melting points and textures of your ingredients. Does your formula contain at least 10% wax. I am curious, do you have any experience with Shea Nut Oil & how it can be used to reduce the bumpy feeling from shea butter? I just made lotion and think its a little thick. please answer and thanks . Another brilliant thing about working in weight is the accuracy of scalingyou can easily test a 30g batch and then multiply it up to a 300g batch and itll work! I am trying to look for a substitute oil to replace it specially for the cleanser and hair properties- As other oils I was planning to use grape seed, jojoba and sweet almond. Can I use something in the place of Tea Tree Oil and Jojoba Oil? Upon doing more research I have found this combination looks more reasonable, but I have not tried it yet and wanted your opinion before purchasing. Ive been making lip balms and body butters for about a year, and want to learn more about the differences between the lovely oils and butters Im using! (Even though I thought it was iffy from the get go. (aka goopy/ slidy messy on my mat or clothes..). They should be. Which oils are dry oils, and do most dry oils moisturize well? has anti-inflammatory properties. Click here to learn how! I thank you and I will read the rest of your blog. This will help them manage your care and keep you safe. Im about to whip it until it cries for its mother. I will definitely need to try some smaller tester batches before splurging on large quantities. I was wondering though can I make a moisturizer by mixing aloe vera gel + lavender oil +tea tree oil only without adding any carrier oil?? I am new to all this and still learning. It grows 2 to 3 feet tall and has blue, star-shaped . However grape seed isnt the longest lasting oil. However, I was wondering if adding a few drops of my Orange EO to my face lotion, I use twice a day, is considered a CO. Thanks, Norma! Could you give me your opinion, please? Thanks, Marie! Wow, I have read hundreds of blogs but I havent NEVER posted or commented on one. Oopsie! do you find they are they interchangeable for the most part? Yay, that sounds like such a fun time! They should help with ratios and understandings of how the different ingredients work . 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