When using essential oils on the skin it is best to use a base oil to dilute them in before applying them to the skin. Grapeseed oil is a great option! Learn all about grapeseed carrier oil uses and benefits in this spotlight.
From giving you silky smooth skin to shiny and healthy hair, grapeseed oil will leave you feeling gorgeous from head to toe.
Grape seed is kind to all skin types, but it has especially good for those with sensitive skin. It is known for its regenerative and nourishing properties. The light, absorbent consistency of Grapeseed oil makes it ideal for using with essential oils and in DIY skin-pampering recipes.
What is Grapeseed Oil?
Grapeseed oil is a byproduct of winemaking. After wine is made by pressing grapes, the grape seeds are left behind and then oil is extracted from them. Sometimes you may also see it called grape seed oil, or grape oil.
| Botanical Name | Vitis vinifera |
| Skin Type | Best for most skin types |
| Comedogenic Rating | 1 |
| Shelf Life | 3 months; 6 months when refrigerated |
| Consistency & Absorption | Very light, easily absorbs without a greasy residue |
Benefits of Grapeseed Carrier Oil
This oil may be light, but it has many powerful properties. From speeding up acne healing to reducing redness, grapeseed oil is a great anti-inflammatory. Check out these benefits of grapeseed carrier oil.
Grapeseed Oil For Healthy Skin
- Grapeseed oil is rich in vitamin E and omega-6 fatty acids, which gives it its many beauty benefits.
- Vitamin E helps battle free radicals that you are exposed to daily and helps improve your overall skin health.
- Omega-6 fatty acids are crucial to skin function and appearance and necessary for skin barrier functioning.
- Helps reduce inflammation in the skin’s outer and middle layers.
- Doesn’t clog pores, making it suitable for all skin types (even oily skin!).
- Use grapeseed oil to:
- Moisturize skin
- Heal acne
- Tighten pores
- Reduce the appearance of scars
- Tighten skin
- Remove makeup.
Grapeseed Oil For Healthy Hair
- Improves the condition of your scalp and hair.
- Loosens dead skin, restore, moisture, and gets rid of dandruff.
- Lightweight and won’t leave hair feeling greasy.
- Adds moisture, shine, and strength to your hair.
- Used as a natural remedy for hair loss since the linolenic acid stimulates hair growth.
Grapeseed Oil For Massage
- Grapeseed oil makes a wonderful carrier oil for massage and aromatherapy.
- Aromatherapy helps relieve anxiety and reduce stress.
- Relax with a stress reducing aromatherapy massage that will help combat premature aging, hair loss, rashes, dry skin, and acne.
How to Use Grapeseed Carrier Oil
Grapeseed oil is used as a natural beauty product and is also marketed as a healthy alternative to vegetable oil. But in this post we are only talking about the natural beauty benefits of grapeseed oil.
It is highly effective at treating numerous skin, face, and hair conditions. Here is how you can start using this luxurious oil today in your beauty routine!
1. Rub grapeseed carrier oil onto your skin to tone and tighten it, and protect against sun damage.
2. Massage onto your face as a moisturizer to rapidly heal any dry skin you may have.
3. Kill acne causing bacteria and soothe painful pimples by dabbing grapeseed oil on the affected area. The oil has wonderful anti-inflammatory properties.
4. Lighten up bags around your eyes and smooth out lines by gently applying grapeseed oil around your eyes.
5. Try in massage oil blend recipes as it makes a perfect base oil.
6. Reduce the appearance of stretch marks by massaging grapeseed oil on them frequently.
7. Decrease the chance of razor burn by using grapeseed carrier oil as a pre-shave oil.
8. Massage into your hair for a rich and deep conditioning treatment.
9. Use as a carrier oil for essential oils.
Grapeseed Massage Oil Blend
Here is a grapeseed oil recipe with essential oils:
Immune Boost Massage Oil Blend |
Here is a beautiful blend from the book: Essential Oils: All-natural remedies and recipes for your mind, body and home.
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a glass dropper bottle. Gently shake to blend together. To use, massage onto skin and let absorb before dressing. Best if used in 3 months and stored in a cool, dark place. 1% dilution. Here is the snippet from the book about the oils in the recipe:
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Where to Buy Grapeseed Oil?
Always make sure that the grapeseed oil that you are purchasing is cold-pressed or expeller-pressed, as it does not use high heat or chemical solvents during processing. Most commercially available grapeseed carrier oil is made using hexane, a chemical solvent that is classified as a neurotoxin and air pollutant. Read the label, here are a few options:
Where to Buy Essential Oils?
Essential oils are great because not only do they make you feel good physically but mentally as well. I love having them around since they have so many benefits like clearing the air of bad odors and improving moods by releasing calming scents in your home or office!
We are frequently asked what essential oil brand we like, here are some of our favorites:
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