You can definitely use slower to absorb, thicker oils and butters (avocado, shea), but I would also recommend toying with your beeswax percentage . I began researching all kinds of vitamin-c infused serums, trying to find one that was a decent price but all the while meeting its expectations. do you find they are they interchangeable for the most part? If youre looking for more information, check out the Humblebee & Me DIY Encyclopedia; each carrier oil and butter profile includes a description of the absorbency speed. This review identified 12 clinical trials of oral or topical borage oil for treatment of atopic dermatitis and one preventive trial. I found some recipes for it online and they were just shredded, dried coconut run through a blender, like peanut butter. i have recently given up mass produced lotions and creams and now make my own body butter. I was thinking babassu oil? 1 beeswax : 2 coconut oil is perfect for 32-34 celcius. The plants grow best in full sun but will tolerate a little shade. Shea butter is not a thing Id put in an anti-acne creamthats a bit like asking what you could add to spinach to make a cake. ill probably get some mango butter eventually for making fragrance-free products for pregnant/nursing friends or their kids. I cant tell you have envious I am of your warm average temperature! Hi Harmonycastor oil is the only oil I know of that is outright drying to the skinoils like rosehip are called drying because they absorb so quickly, not because they actually dry the skin. Good morning Amie! We are going to Florida with my son & his family. I LOVE the smell of it and want to know more about the speed of absorption. I love your body shimmer oil recipe but was wondering how to tweak the recipe to be used in a spray bottle, Here is a very informative post. Hi Marie, Does the formula call for a specific carrier oil because of its special properties? Hey Cindy! So now I need a suggestion for a substitute so that I do not inadvertantly send him to the ER. This article helped me more shea, because its almost 30 degrees right now and the coconut oil is liquid! THANK YOU, Hi Fallon! However, I have already had the misfortune of trying to substitute Shea butter for Coconut oil (solid) because I tried it after listening to a certified Aromotherapist, say it was a great switch. Borage oil has been shown to be effective at helping people maintain significant weight loss. Sorry! Reason Im asking is that if my husband wants to use it as well, with the almond oil, he wouldnt be able to use it as hes allergic to all nuts. Like some of the conditioners on this blog. Can i use water as a carrier instead of oil. As almond oil is an average to absorb liquid oil, anything in that category in the table above would be a good choice . So my first ever blog comment is (lol). I want to make a concoction for excema on my cousins feet. Ive just gone in and added a table and some more information about oils that absorb at different speeds, and how to learn more The only drying oil I know about is rosehipit is a perfectly fine moisturizer, it is just called drying because it absorbs so quickly. I love how it feels after it dries up. please answer and thanks . I am planning on making a bunch of things that i have read and I go back to your site you finalize ingredients and proportions:) Awesome! I look for MSDS with the oils I buy to find information about their melting get point, scent etc. Hello Ati! Ive never worked with Neem oil, but from what I know of it, it would be in the special category. Carrier oils are loaded with great fats that make your skin happy. It's lightweight, and non-greasy, but . I love your blog! x amount of a soft oil (shea butter) to a x amount of a liquid oil (grapeseed). Soybean oil and safflower oil have a smoke point of 450, so you can use both the oils for frying. Id recommend looking for some nice golden beeswaxtry your local farmers market and chat up a bee keeper . Hi Reya! If you wish to include essential oils youll need an emulsifier, and you should not DIY with finished store bought products like aloe vera gel (or fresh aloe vera gel from the plant). Thank you very much,I have not seen anyone talk about RSO oil and do not know if it a loud to talk about. I absolutely detest coconut and everything related to it. I want to make an under eye cream using carrot seed oil, green tea extract and as much of good ingredients ive learned from your recipe as possible (allantoin,hydrolyzed silk,Panthenol, Vit E oil, evening primrose oil and even maybe sodium lactate! Arugula. THANK-YOU!!!!! In your opinion, would you say that the times stated will allow a consistency that most store bought balms would have? With more shea, the lotion will be solid w/out me having to use the fridge. I want to mix Apricot seed oil, Jojoba oil, Rosehip oil, grapeseed oil, calendula oil and hemp seed oil as a face serum. Woohoo! But it came out super oily. Peanut Oil This oil is used as a substitute for olive or canola oil in soap making recipes. From what Ive read, babassu oil would be the best substitute . It worked a dream, but still was wondering if this is the best carrier oil to use. PLEASE CONSIDER!! If its too greasy thats likely because youre using more oil than water based ingredients, but thats just a guess. If a recipe calls for vitamin E oil as an antioxidant, can it be substituted with evening primrose oil or anything else? I am making a paste for acne-prone oily skin. Can you please help me with the ingredient measurement? In full sun, they will grow to 2 to 3 feet tall and up to 24 inches wide. 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 look forward to the post about essential oils! Hi Bella! It is important to check the nutrients and this may help to decide which carrier oil can work best and if you may want to use an alternative. I am not confident Ive ever found a completely coconut and sulphate free surfactant, especially if the derivatives of coconut oil (lauric acid, etc.) It all depends on what you plan to use it for. Sweet almond oil 3.5% Hey Heidi! Love to hear your thoughts. Im not a beekeeper or chef so my info might not be accurate however these seems like the most valid subs. And GOD bless you for sharing your knowledge with us. Borage oil capsule is rich in GLA (around 20% -25%), which falls under the category of omega-6 fatty acids. Borage is a annual plant native to Spain. I was shopping the other day and found some colza oil do you know this ingredient? Selecting soap making oils and butters is a fun and personal process. Argan is wonderful, as is evening primrose oil and borage oil . Also i had sent in a recipe request How long does it usually take to get to that list? So before I found that post I found this one which is helpful on a different issues re: CO replacement. Argan is wonderful, as is evening primrose oil and borage oil . I was wondering if you could leave out cocoa butter out when making lip balm, and just use olive oil, coconut oil, cocoa powder, and honey. This website participates in the Formula Botanica, Baraka Shea Butter, TKB Trading, and Amazon affiliate programs; as an Amazon Associate, Humblebee & Me earns from qualifying purchases. Im making a hot rub, and it calls for sweet almond oil, but I prefer cocoa butter. Bezoin is a natural, plant derived resinoid. The inner measurements of my mold are 15 long, 3.5 across, and 3.5 deep. The oils in this category vary wildly in terms of texture, colour, thickness, nutritional composition, and scent, but generally they are our base oils/butters. For other things, use the search bar, or the menu at the top, or the list of all my categories on the right side of the page under my Instagram photos. New Directions, Carrier Oils For Aromatherapy, Venusian Glow and a few others list it as a slow oil. Or results can vary if I use the microwave instead? Hi Edita! I have dry lip (not parch, just dry). Hi Lisa! It is not a replacement or substitute for professional medical advice and/or treatment. I used Shea butter and Avocado butter as well. 1. Thank you for sharing. Making a salve harder does help with preventing over-application, so more wax may help . The consistency of an individual carrier oil is based on its consistency at room temperature. First of all, Im in love with your site, tips and recipes. Aromatherapy Blend with Borage Oil for Eczema in Children. So soft that it doesnt fully set. Hi Shadee! I already left a comment like this to your video comparing shea butter, coconut oil and cocoa butter, but Im leaving it here too as the YouTube commenting system sucks sometimes, so: Have you done this kind of post about different waxes? The charts are extremely helpful! Thank you for the very informative post with all the proper substitutions! Apricot kernel oil 3.5%. Keep an eye out for more entries in this seriesthe next will be on essential oils . I have a quick question. OH Great! Thank you. Have you thought about just using pure argan oil? 4 drops lavender oil It could still totally wreck the recipe, though, so consider yourself warned . Thank you for replying. Coconut melts too quickly so I want something with a higher melting point in there with it. Hi KD! Im afraid Ive never worked with shea nut oilIve never even seen it for sale in Canada. So very helpful!! Sweet almond oil melts at -18C, cocoa butter melts at 34C. Im from Malaysia and a newbie to having my own home-made lip-balm (my skin is sensitive to most of in-store products). Try going down to ~20g of coconut oil instead of a cup. Hey! When it comes to beeswax/borax emulsions (aka old fashioned cold creams) they are always going to be much heavier than lotions made with more modern emulsifiers. Marie, You just saved my life! Avocado oil - 7% (You could also use 7% apricot kernel. I just published a lotion recipe that contains lanolin and glycerin, with instructions on how to include a hydrosol (like rose) if you desire. I will definitely need to try some smaller tester batches before splurging on large quantities. If I cut back on the amount of coconut oil, would that work? Ive never worked with illipe butter, but from what Ive read it is one of very few acceptable swaps with cocoa butter . I am a newbie to diy skincare and want to learn as much as I can and you explained this so perfectly that I could understand, I greatly appreciate it. Thank you so much, I am keeping all this information in a notebook and in Evernote ( Online). FYI, most people who have nut allergies are not allergic to coconuts as they are not botanically nuts Coconut is not a botanical nut; it is classified as a fruit, even though the Food and Drug Administration recognizes coconut as a tree nut. Im a massage therapist and read an article which vaguely said you can blend sweet almond oil and cocoa butter for a chocolate-aroma massage oil. What was the oil to water ratio in your lotion? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. If you have any other post requests, feel free to share themId be happy to add them to the list . thank you , Olive oil would be the better alternative as it is liquid and has a similar consistency to jojoba . Since youre working with ingredients Ive already done quite a few experiments with, Id recommend checking out all these guides. 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 . Its a very prevalent ingredientso much so that simple substitutions really arent going to cut it. But Im also trying to make my own skin and hair products beyond simply cleansing. Really helpful material. Thanks, Marie! What kind of wax do you recommend? Borage oil and fish oil have been added to the formula to provide 0.9 grams of gamma linolenic acid, 0.1 grams of eicosapentaenoic acid, and 0.5 grams of docosahexaenoic acid per 100 grams of fat . Carrier oil substitution list for DIY beauty products! Basically, its the perfect size! Hello, I have been trying all your DIY projects and I love them! Please PLEASE make another informative article on essential oils, extracts, and all. Yes, you can dilute essential oils in a lotion. Borage seed oil contains very high levels of two types of polyunsaturated omega-6 essential fatty acids, 20-26% gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linolenic acid (LA, which your body converts to GLA). It can be used up to 25%. What is a good replacement as a carrier for Emu Oil? Background. However, I like how your bars are more vertical than horizontal and would love to know what size mold you use. Love this! Borage oil is of interest because it contains two to three times more GLA than evening primrose oil. so heavy and slow-absorbing you wont be able to touch paper for 20 minutes without leaving greasy fingerprints everywhere . If not, do I have to mix the Orange EO with a CO, apply that like a serum, and THEN use my face lotion as normal? Really, after this, its all gravy. Hi! Borage is regulating and balancing and is more commonly ingested rather than applied topically but benefits are enhanced if you do both. 14 Surprising Benefits of Borage Oil. Mango butter is similar to shea in terms of consistency and melting point, but it sinks into the skin much faster. However, the salad green Arugula begs to differ. A small 2014 study looked at the effectiveness of coconut oil for treating eczema in patients between the ages of 1 and 13. I dont know if I am making a good decision removing olive and sweet almond oil, or whether I should keep them in the mix along with all the others. With cocoa butter being a brittle oil, im worried that it may have some of the same properties as the wax and cause the salve to be too hardbut since its a butter, the melting point is closer to the coconut oil! Will switching some of the coconut oil out be a good swap? I thought it might be nice to offer clients over xmas. but.. do you have anything in mind that you think would be a suitable substitute? Thank you so much for your answer in advance. But the time from applying to drying is annoying. Corn is probably another valid sub however you wouldnt want to use it as you stated that you wish to keep your bees gmo free. What is a good alternative? Making a Braiding gel for cornrows but it keeps coming out to viscose and suggestions? Ive also been experimenting on my own a bit based on what Ive learned. Hi, The average temperature in my country is 33 degree Celsius. Borage seed oil 1 to 3 g/day has been given in clinical trials (1 g/day has been used in children and up to 3 g/day has been used in adults). The closest youd be able to get to this would be a gram to gram swap, but thats still not going to be very accurate. I understand that you use cold process. I was wondering about one thing: can I mix ingredients so as to have the properties of both ingredients? OMG! Yes, fatty acid composition is almost the entirety of the differences between the different butters. Do you have any suggestions on a soap or lotion(or both) that I could make that would help? I followed the recipe for the homemade read diffuser refills. has anti-inflammatory properties. I have done about 5! I have the driest of skin and was wondering if I could add this to one of your body cream recipes ? Ive learned soooo much. Just swap them out 1:1, they are basically indistinguishable from one another in DIY recipes (other than price, of course). What carrier oils can be substituted for nut oils? can replace one another without any problems. I know which method Id prefer, lol! Hi Carol! Also, what are your thoughts on glycerin in the toothpaste mix? I love this!! I do have a question that I cant seem to figure out the answer to! 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. I am trying to make an hydrating barrier cream for my horse that suffers from hyperkeratosis. I am highly allergic to tree nuts and have been asking about substituting coconut oil and not a one person gave me a good answer.your break down of liquid, soft, and brittle oils was PERFECT! From what I can see, Olus Oil isnt really an oil like the oils in this post, its a manufactured/blended product. Since youve described it as tacky you would probably want to look at a fast-absorbing oil like grapeseed, but thats just a guess. Shea butter - 5%. In addition, borage oil capsules may be . For hemp, I got unrefined, but you do have to be gentle with it. IMO - cheap filler oil. Oh and also i was wondering your opinion on flax seed, sunflower and walnut oils. It seems like everything is derived from coconut. Other foods (especially walnuts) and oils (canola and soybean, for example) contain ALA. Any recommendations for the almond oil substitute would be appreciated! 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 couldnt find Carrot seed oil in your list,Where does it sit when it comes to absorption? Borage and fish oil (which contains omega-3s) have many things in common, such as fighting inflammation, supporting healthy circulation, and supporting a healthy immune response and metabolism. Your site is divine! And if not, do you where I can purchase it in the us? For non-soap applications, babassu is the best substitute Ive ever worked with. Theres well over 550 recipes up here, with at least 3 deodorant recipes and 17 lotion recipes. Before you go much further, be sure to read this guide very carefully. I am VERY allergic to coconut and its derivatives which makes it impossible to buy most skincare products in the stores, and also very tricky to make my own. A 2 g dose of dried herb brewed in 1 cup of boiling water taken 3 times daily has been suggested. Thanks for the advice on going with weight vs volume! Its my dry face saviour (plus clay masks for weekly exfoliation). Sorry, I think youll probably have to wikipedia this/ask a doctorI certainly dont want to provide any speculative information and have somebody die of an allergic reaction! My hands looks oily. Dosing. Itll save you a lot of money and ingredients as you play. Hope that helps! Coconut oil is an emollient, which means it has a moisturizing effect when applied directly to the skin. Its is mainly made up of sopropanol, I have incredibly sensitive skin- I actually stopped using shampoo and conditioner and found out that it was the reason my acne was so bad. Im making my first DIY lip balm. Hey Janie! 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?? The most important job carrier oils do is generally moisturizing and softening the skin. what can meadowfoam oil be substituted for in a gentle face scrub recipe? First, let me say congrats on your Blog engine updates. Eczema is an inflammation of the skin which can cause severe itching, redness, flaking, scaling, or weeping. How can I make sure its a reliable substitute? Thanks for reading and I look forward to your response! Possibly. Comments. Heres a quick chart (it is not comprehensive by any means!) Borage oil's benefits for skin health include helping to seal skin moisture, maintain skin suppleness and fight skin inflammation. It also melts upon contact with skin (76F) just like coconut oil. Flaxseed oil contains a third, plant-based omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). 12, 13 GLA is an important polyunsaturated omega-3 fat that helps keep your skin and joints healthy. Ive added more Polawax (quite a bit more) the lotion is now a custard. Many soapers spend years perfecting their cold . Borage tea is best made out of fresh leaves and flowers. Borage Oil in your Diet and on your Skin. Sorry! Herbalists use borage tea to reduce fevers, relieve stress, and stop coughing. Thank you so much for this! I made a small lotion sample with equal amounts (roughly 1 tsp.) Its hard for me to say how shea will work in warmer temperatures, but I imagine it will be softer for you than it is here, making it closer to the way I experience coconut oil (with 6 of fresh snow outside!). Awesome, Im so glad I was able to help See you around soon! Each one will contribute differently to a final product (think oil vs. butter when baking). Borage has a beneficial effect on the heart, adrenal glands, kidneys and the entire digestive system. Shea Butter 3% 79. Until then I will need to do more reading! (I am very new at the Essential Oils business). 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! They are a lot like the flour or butter in a cookie recipe. Does it feel light/fast absorbing? thanks so much! In addition to the benefits of an oil, sometimes a formula will call for an oil because of its individual scent, the three most obvious ones being cocoa butter (smells like chocolate), coconut oil (smells like coconuts), and beeswax (smells like honey). said to give relief to eczema and atopic dermatitis. Can I use something in the place of Tea Tree Oil and Jojoba Oil? Cocoa butter is so amazing if youre a cocoa addict like me Smell like chocolate all the time, try not to lick yourself life is hard ;P. What can I use instead of Almond oil for lip balm? Ive been hearing that it really has a terrible smell. I dont have jojoba oil can I use neem, coconut or almond oil as substitute of jojoba oil? Additionally, I was wondering what your opinion is on soybean and safflower oil. 1 tablespoon Fullers Earth Hey LaurenGreat question! I love your site and videos. Appearance. Hi! 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! So, when swapping out oils in a formulation where absorbency is important, ensure the replacement oil is pretty similar to the original in terms of absorption speed. Can you give any ideas on how to make it a firm Chapstick consistancy? I have linsk to a carrier called Salvo but it is not cheap at all, 1 per ml!! Hopefully you can help me with this! I found this article because I am looking for an alternative to argan oil. Kristen Howe from Northeast Ohio on April 05 . Another option is palm kernel flakes or a hard butter up to 15%. If youre making a facial serum and you have oily skin, youd probably look at using a drying oil instead of a heavy, slow to absorb oil. One of the main reasons to grow borage in your garden is as an edible crop. Hope that helps! It sounds like vegetable shortening to me, so perhaps try that? Mango and cupuacu butters would be my top recommendations as a replacement for shea butter . One of the most common substitutions people inquire about is using shea butter instead of cocoa butter. Am new with your videos and new to formulating. Very informative and thorough. Ive made many of your recipes with much success. Id toss it in the special characteristics/healing category, along with special consideration for the scent Its also really slow to absorb. I am making salves and am wondering if substituting out some coconut oil for some cocoa butter would either make the salve softer or more solid? You should not rely on any information on this site as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or as a substitute for . It was ok but not what I was really looking for. Pale yellow liquid oil. Thank you for this information it is very helpful. Im hoping to have a balm with a nice consistency utilizing the items I have. PAs can damage the liver or cause cancer, especially when used in high doses or for a long time. Would you think this oil/butter combination is good? thank you so much! I read that it was heavy/slow, too, but then I tried it and nope. If I put castor oil on my face, it seems to do better. Id like to try making lotion but dont want to use cocoa butter just dont like the chocolate smell on my skin. From my experience with lip balm, most of the moisturizing bunch comes from the concentration of beeswax. Your blog is GREAT!! is conditioning and produces a stable lather in soap. Hopefully something in there is helpful. So informative and easy to read and understand. 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. Thank you so much for this wonderful blog & explanation of the differences between the carrier oils. Borage is a hardy annual edible that is known for its beauty. If you liked this article you should also check out my article on essential oil substitutions and my brief guide to solubility , Wow! Holy cow, youre making COLOSSAL amounts of body butter for something you might not even like o_O. However, I still find myself a little confused on how to properly incorporate some EOs into my daily beauty routine. Or any others? It is not intended as a substitute for any treatment that may have been prescribed by your doctor. The leaves can be added to drinks but mostly the flowers are used in salads or candied and used for dessert decorations. 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