Product Comparison Chart

Oils/Hydrosols	Cosmetic Benefit	Contents	Therapeutic Treatments	Medicinal Uses	Compatibility with Skin Types	Aromatherapy & Emotional Wellbeing	Safety and Precautions
Apricot Kernel	Moisturizing, for delicate skin, skin softening, improves skin texture	Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Nourishing Fatty Acids	Treats dry, sensitive skin; eczema relief	Anti-inflammatory, mild pain relief	Most, especially sensitive	Nurturing, soothing	Generally safe; patch test for allergies
Argan	Moisturizing, skin softening, radiance boosting, reduces appearance of fine lines	Vitamin E, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants, Squalene, Sterols	Reduces acne scars; treats damaged hair and scalp conditions	Cholesterol management, heart health	All, especially dry and aging	Stress relief, mood improvement	Avoid with nut allergies; generally safe
Avocado	Moisturizing, for delicate skin, skin softening, enhances skin elasticity	Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Palmitic Acid, Sterols, Carotenoids	Soothes sunburn; promotes wound healing	Cardiovascular health, arthritis relief	Dry, sensitive	Comforting, uplifting	Check for latex-fruit syndrome; patch test
Baobab	Moisturizing, skin softening, enhances skin elasticity, revitalizing	Omega-3, 6, & 9 Fatty Acids, Vitamins A, D, E & F, Antioxidants	Treats dry skin conditions; improves overall skin health	Immune support, antioxidant	Dry, mature	Uplifting, energizing	Generally safe; test for individual sensitivity
Beard Oil (jojoba, argan, vitamin E)	Moisturizing, hair shine & luster, softens and conditions beard	Blend of Jojoba, Argan, Vitamin E	Conditions beard; treats dry, flaky skin underneath the beard	N/A	Beards	Varies with essential oil blend	Check for allergies to specific components
Black Castor Bean	Promotes hair growth, moisturizing	Ricinoleic Acid, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Vitamin E	Supports hair growth; treats scalp conditions	Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory	Hair, scalp	-	Avoid with sensitive skin; patch test
Black Raspberry Seed	Balancing skin's appearance, protects against environmental stressors	Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants	Protects against photoaging; supports skin repair	Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory	All, especially problematic	-	Generally safe; test for individual sensitivity
Black Seed	Antioxidant, moisturizing, soothing	Thymoquinone, Omega-6 & 9, Vitamins A, B, and C	Treats acne, eczema, and psoriasis; boosts skin health	Immune support, digestive aid	All, particularly acne-prone or inflamed	Strengthening, empowering	Generally safe; conduct a patch test
Borage	Improves skin elasticity, enhances skin's natural glow	Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Anti-inflammatory Properties	Treats eczema and rosacea; reduces inflammation	Anti-inflammatory, rheumatoid arthritis relief	Dry, mature, damaged	-	Possible interactions with medications; test first
Carrot Seed	Enhances skin's radiance, improves skin tone appearance	Vitamin A, Carotenes, Antioxidants	Sun protection (not a substitute for SPF); rejuvenates skin cells	Digestion aid, detoxification	All, especially mature	Revitalizing, grounding	Avoid in pregnancy; phototoxicity concerns
Castor	Hair shine & luster, enhances natural brow and lash appearance	Ricinoleic Acid, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Antimicrobial Properties	Promotes hair growth; treats dandruff	Laxative, anti-inflammatory	Thick, coarse hair types	-	Avoid ingestion; can cause allergic reactions
Clear Emu	Moisturizing, reduces inflammation, enhances skin barrier	Emu Oil	Soothes irritated skin; promotes skin healing	Anti-inflammatory, joint and muscle relief	All, particularly sensitive and inflamed skin	-	Generally safe; conduct a patch test for allergic reactions
Coconut Fractionated	Moisturizing, for delicate skin, lightweight, non-greasy	Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Medium-chain Triglycerides	Moisturizes without clogging pores; suitable for sensitive skin	Moisturizing, energy boost, metabolism support	All, especially oily	Relaxing, comforting	Rare allergies; comedogenic for some
Green Coffee Bean	Glow & radiance, reduces appearance of puffiness	Antioxidants, Chlorogenic Acid, Caffeine	Anti-cellulite treatment; eye puffiness reducer	Metabolism boost, antioxidant	All, especially puffy eyes	Invigorating, uplifting	Generally safe; caffeine sensitivity for some
Roasted Coffee Bean	Antioxidant, firming, reduces appearance of cellulite	Caffeine, Essential Fatty Acids, Antioxidants	Tightens skin; enhances circulation	Antioxidant, diuretic properties	All, especially those with cellulite concerns	Energizing, stimulating	Generally safe; test for sensitivity to caffeine
Cucumber Seed	Hydrating, soothes skin irritation, supports skin elasticity	Linoleic Acid, Vitamin E, Phytosterols	Calms irritated skin; promotes hydration	Anti-inflammatory, skin health support	All, especially sensitive and dry	Refreshing, calming	Generally safe; conduct a patch test for allergies
Emu	Deep moisturizing, reduces inflammation, promotes skin healing	Fatty Acids, Vitamin A	Eases joint pain; heals wounds and burns	Anti-inflammatory, pain relief	All, especially dry and inflamed skin	-	Check for allergies; generally considered safe for topical use
Evening Primrose	Skin softening, skin smoothing, enhances skin's natural glow	Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Vitamin A, Linoleic Acid, Omega-6 Fatty Acids	Eases eczema and psoriasis symptoms; hormonal acne treatment	Hormonal balance, nerve pain relief	Dry, mature, hormonal acne	-	Avoid with epilepsy; possible drug interactions
Grape Seed	Balancing skin's appearance, tightens pores, reduces appearance of dark circles	Linoleic Acid, Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants, Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs)	Reduces scars and wrinkles; tightens skin	Antioxidant, cardiovascular support	Oily, acne-prone	-	Generally safe; rare allergies
Hemp Seed	Balancing skin's appearance, for clear looking skin, hydrating	Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids, Linoleic Acid, Gamma Linolenic Acid, Antioxidants	Treats acne; soothes dry skin and inflammation	Anti-inflammatory, heart health	All, especially problematic	Balancing, grounding	Generally safe; test for cannabis allergies
Jojoba	Moisturizing, balancing skin's appearance, mimics skin's natural sebum	Vitamin E, Eicosenoic Acid, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants	Balances oil production; acne treatment	Wound healing, anti-inflammatory	All, especially oily/acne-prone	Calming, balancing	Rare allergies; generally considered safe
Lavender Water (hydrosol)	Calming, soothing, reduces skin irritation	Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, other lavender water components	Soothes skin; calming effects for sleep	Anti-anxiety, sleep aid	Sensitive, all skin types	Relaxing, anxiety-reducing	Generally safe; avoid with lavender allergies
Maracuja (Passion Fruit)	Glow & radiance, hydrating, reduces appearance of fine lines	Vitamin C, Linoleic Acid, Omega-6 Fatty Acids	Hydrates and heals dry skin; reduces inflammation	Nutrient-rich, supports vitality	All, especially dry	Relaxing, mood-enhancing	Generally safe; test for sensitivity
Marula	Moisturizing, skin softening, radiance boosting, reduces appearance of redness	Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants, Vitamin C & E, Amino Acids	Reduces redness and irritation; heals chapped skin	Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory	Dry, aging	-	Rare allergies; generally safe
Moringa	Glow & radiance, hydrating, enhances skin's natural barrier	Vitamin C, Oleic Acid, Antioxidants, Amino Acids	Detoxifies and rejuvenates skin; treats acne and dark spots	Nutrient-rich, supports immune function	All, especially dry and aging	-	Generally safe; test for individual sensitivity
Neem Seed	For clear looking skin, reduces appearance of skin imperfections	Azadirachtin, Nimbin, Essential Fatty Acids, Antioxidants	Treats acne and psoriasis; anti-lice treatment	Antifungal, antiviral	Acne-prone, problematic	-	Avoid if pregnant or trying to conceive; can be irritant
Neroli Water (orange blossom hydrosol)	Toning, mood-enhancing, skin soothing	Nerol, Geraniol, Linalool (components of orange blossom)	Calms skin; reduces stress and anxiety	Mood enhancer, aids in sleep	All, especially mature and sensitive	Uplifting, relieves stress	Generally safe; avoid with citrus allergies
Pomegranate Seed	Skin softening, enhances skin elasticity, radiance boosting	Punicic Acid, Antioxidants, Omega-5 Fatty Acids, Ellagic Acid	Anti-aging; promotes skin regeneration	Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory	Mature, dry	-	Generally safe; test for individual sensitivity
Prickly Pear	Hydrating, reduces appearance of dark spots, enhances skin's radiance	Vitamin E, Sterols, Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Betalains, Phenolic Compounds	Reduces under-eye circles; promotes cell renewal	Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory	All, especially mature	-	Generally safe; rare allergies
Pumpkin Seed	Enhances skin's radiance, improves skin texture	Zinc, Selenium, Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants	Treats acne; promotes hair growth and strength	Nutrient-rich, supports bladder health	All, especially oily and acne-prone	-	Generally safe; test for pumpkin seed allergies
Red Raspberry Seed	Sun protection, anti-inflammatory, hydrating	Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids, Vitamin E, Antioxidants	Natural sun protection; reduces skin inflammation	Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant	All, especially sensitive	-	Generally safe; perform a patch test for sensitivity
Rose Water (hydrosol)	Soothing, hydrating, toning	Rose Oil Components, Phenethyl Alcohol	Soothes and tones skin; anti-inflammatory effects	Mood-enhancing, anti-anxiety	All, particularly sensitive and mature	Calming, mood-enhancing	Generally safe; avoid with specific flower allergies
Rosehip Seed	Skin softening, enhances skin's appearance, evens skin tone appearance, hydrating	Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Antioxidants	Reduces scars and fine lines; treats rosacea	Anti-inflammatory, joint health	All, especially dry, damaged	Soothing, uplifting	Generally safe; test for individual sensitivity
Sea Buckthorn (berry)	Enhances skin's appearance, supports skin's elasticity, radiance boosting	Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Palmitic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Omega-7 Fatty Acids	Heals burns and cuts; promotes skin hydration	Immune support, cardiovascular health	Dry, damaged	-	Avoid with berry allergies
Sweet Almond	Moisturizing, skin softening, improves skin texture	Vitamin E, Omega-9 Fatty Acids, Oleic Acid, Amino Acids	Soothes skin irritation; relieves psoriasis and eczema	Digestive health, muscle pain relief	All, especially dry	Soothing, nurturing	Avoid with nut allergies
Tamanu	Skin softening, enhances skin's appearance, hydrating	Calophyllic Acid, Calophyllolide, Lactone, Antioxidants	Heals acne scars; treats nail fungus	Antibacterial, wound healing	All, especially scarred	-	Test for allergies; generally safe
Vitamin E (natural)	Glow & radiance, antioxidant protection, enhances skin's moisture barrier	Vitamin E	Supports skin healing; reduces UV damage	Antioxidant, supports skin healing	All	-	Avoid high doses orally; can cause contact dermatitis
Vitamin E (natural) with Lavender	Antioxidant protection, enhanced with soothing lavender scent	Vitamin E, Lavender Essential Oil	Calms and soothes skin; antioxidant benefits	Soothing, aids in skin repair and relaxation	All	Relaxing, stress relief	Avoid if allergic to lavender; generally safe
Wheat Germ	Hair shine & luster, enhances skin's appearance, improves skin elasticity	Vitamin E, Squalene, Sterols, Linoleic Acid, Omega-3 & 6 Fatty Acids	Reduces skin scarring; treats dry hair	Cardiovascular health, antioxidant	Dry, aging	-	Avoid with gluten/wheat allergies

Disclaimer

Please note that the information provided in this table regarding oils, hydrosols, and their uses is for educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition or disease. The benefits and uses of oils and hydrosols can vary based on individual circumstances, and reactions can be personal and subjective.

 

Before using any new product, especially for therapeutic or medicinal purposes, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional or a qualified aromatherapist. This is particularly crucial for pregnant or nursing women, individuals with existing health conditions, or those taking medication. A patch test is recommended to check for allergic reactions or skin sensitivity to any new oil or hydrosol before widespread use.

 

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