Question 1

Which oil is best for oily and acne-prone skin?

Accepted Answer

Reach for light oils high in linoleic acid – grapeseed, hemp or raspberry. They absorb quickly, leave no greasy film and do not weigh the skin down; raspberry adds strong antioxidant protection on top of that. Feel free to combine them with each other in a formulation to balance the fatty acid profile of a light serum or emulsion.

Question 2

Which oil suits baby and sensitive skin?

Accepted Answer

Sweet almond oil is the classic – light, readily absorbed and suitable for all skin types, including babies’. Apricot kernel oil is similarly gentle, leaves no greasy film and works well in facial serums and emulsions. For sensitive skin, choose refined versions without a pronounced scent and always try any new formulation on a small area of skin first.

Question 3

Which oils are suitable for hair care?

Accepted Answer

Coconut, argan and marula oil are the ones most often used for shine and elasticity, and castor oil for the ends and to strengthen the scalp. They work in masks, oil wraps and serums for the ends – dose them into the oil phase of your formulation or apply them neat before washing your hair.

Question 4

How much oil goes into a cream or serum?

Accepted Answer

The oil makes up the oil phase of the emulsion – roughly 5 to 50 % of the formulation, depending on the type of product. A light facial serum takes less, a body cream or massage preparation more. Combine different oils to broaden the spectrum of fatty acids, and protect delicate oils by storing them in the dark and the cold.

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