Botanical Name: Sesamum indicum
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed from seeds of the plant
Processing Type: Unrefined, Organic
Description: Sesame Carrier Oil is rich in vitamins E and B, and in minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. It is an excellent emollient, and if used in dilution with other carrier oils, is a popular massage and aromatherapy carrier oil. It will not stain sheets.
Color: Golden yellow to brownish yellow liquid.
Aromatic Description: Sesame Carrier Oil has a very distinct seed aroma. It has the potential of overpowering other scents.
Common Uses: Sesame Carrier Oil is popular in cosmetics as a natural moisturizer. Similarly, it is a good choice for massage therapists and aromatherapists alike.
Recipe for moisturizing and healing body butter: 300 gr Shea butter, 100 gr Sesame seed oil, Essential oils 10-20 drops (e.g. Frankincense essential oil, Sweet Orange essential oil, Lavender essential oil); Melt shea butter over hot water (double boiler), when melted add Sesame seed oil extra virgin. Place it in the fridge to harden and cool-off. Whipp with the stick mixer until becomes fluffy and silky consistency, adding some essential oils of your choice at that time. Stir well and pour into the jars.
Consistency: Sesame Carrier Oil is slightly thicker than typical Carrier Oils.
Absorption: Absorbs into skin at average speed, slight oil feeling left on skin.
Origin: Mexico
Package: 60 ml/ 2 fl oz; 120 ml/4 fl oz; 240 ml/ 8 fl oz