Also i had sent in a recipe request How long does it usually take to get to that list? The most important purpose after being the base of every formulation is consistency. Actually i m making a oleogel by using different gelators and emulsifiers the only problem lies in the oiliness. Ive been meaning to write this post for ages, Im so glad youre finding it useful Its easy to forget how much chemistry is involved in all these DIY projects, and while Im hardly keen to get out my periodic table again (ugh lol), remembering a few basic principles can really help. thank you so much! Check out my section of lip balm recipesIve taken many of them to Costa Rica, where it was regularly 36C, and they worked great , This is great thank you! Please PLEASE make another informative article on essential oils, extracts, and all. Grapeseed oil. Hey Linda! It seems I need to rework on the percentage or perhaps add other ingredients? (Even though I thought it was iffy from the get go. The propylene glycol is definitely vegan (though I suppose arguments could be made re: the possibility of dinosaurs being involved in the petro-source though that would open up a whole new can of worms!). It has also been promoted to treat rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, diabetic . Im only a teen, by the way! Ive really been enjoying educating myself on oils and soaps on your blog, thanks for providing so much helpful and easy to understand information! Carrier oil substitution list for DIY beauty products! The new layout seems cleaner and yet more magnified on the topicswell done. Thank you! this is so helpful for me. I apply Avene Skin Recovery Cream as needed, and use TO AHA/BHA once a week. 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. I have been reading all about COs and what CO is good for which skin type. So go with adding it to the cool down! Argan is wonderful, as is evening primrose oil and borage oil . Hi Deborah! There really is nothing like castor oil, unfortunately, but its also quite thick and sticky, so I usually wouldnt choose it in higher concentrations for a leave-on oil. How do I know how much wax should I add? I was wondering if I could replace coconut oil with sweet almond oil / jojoba oil / avocado oil / macadamia nut oil? and Im switching out the beeswax for candelilla for it to be vegan friendly and i know that using half the amount of candelilla when replacing the beeswax. Borage is a hardy annual edible that is known for its beauty. This thanksgiving I am having my daughters and three of their come home. Photo by Pixaby. Borage oil, or borage seed oil, is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) that is obtained from the seeds of the Borago officinalis (borage). Bad news is that I could not find a store that would sell me a small enough amount of candelilla to experiment with. cold pressed Brassica napus (Rape Seed), Borage is an Edible Crop. Obviously shea butter is not a good sub. 1 Tablespoon Jojoba Oil Bezoin is a natural, plant derived resinoid. Borage Therapy Formulas are recommended for the treatment of most skin disorders including dry skin, eczema and psoriasis. Please help!!!! Borage oil is made from a wildflower of the same name, also known as the "starflower." Overall, borage use in the kitchen has declined while the use of oil made from its seeds is on the rise. Hi! If you have any other questions/entries youd like to see, feel free to pass the ideas along , Hi Im making this recipe for acne and scars. Hi KD! Thanks so much for reading & DIYing with me , Recipe requests are welcomed suggestions and inspiration, but thats it. . If theyre the same state, whats the absorption speed like? Can I substitute walnut oil for almond oil when making a mosquito repellent with cloves and alcohol ? Cold Process Soap Recipe Mod 1. Any suggestions for a substitute for beeswax in lipbalm? Thank you so much for your answer in advance. The INCI is Curcuma longa (Turmeric) root oil (and) Hydrogenated soy oil with medium chain triglyceridesyou might be better off purchasing the turmeric oil (or an extract) if you can find it. Thank you Lily for taking the time to respond o my query. 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. Hello Ati! well suited for use on dry, mature and sun damaged skin. It is converted by your body into prostaglandins, which . I am trying to create for my friend a simple body oil that she can use in her face and hair as well. Any recommendations for the almond oil substitute would be appreciated! If you are allergic to tree nuts, talk to your allergist before adding coconut to your diet. (source). The word 'kernel' refers to the seed of the apricot. Thanks in advance! Im fairly confident Liquid Germall Plus (INCI: Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate) is fully synthetic. This is a really useful post! {In A lip gloss recipe} One of the questions I am asked the most is along the lines of I dont have ingredient X, can I use ingredient Y or Z instead, or just leave it out?. Thanks for reading, Kathy! This wonderful Guide is just Best thing you can do for anybody whos learning about Essential Oils and trying to live a natural life. I thought it might be nice to offer clients over xmas. 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). Dont leave out ingredients that compose the majority of a formulation, and if you do, understand the final product will likely be nothing like what you thought youd get. but.. do you have anything in mind that you think would be a suitable substitute? 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! I have gotten pretty good with my knowledge of liquid carrier oils, which this Blog is extremely helpful with. All that said, because lip gloss is usually primarily thickened with wax and the acceptable range of consistencies of lip gloss is relatively broad, you could probably make this swap without it being too detrimental to the recipebut that has nothing to do with the melting of the coconut oil and everything to do with the broader context of the recipe. What are your thoughts on this? Do i need to use oly cold pressed coconut oil.Actualy i am a indian and we ground our own coconut oil which is in liquid form,can i use that for making body butter?. The priority should be on the fatty acid profile of the oil itself, and then on the qualities that the oil brings to the formula. Its always important to get to know your ingredientsin some cases those swaps would be appropriate, and in others I wouldnt make those choices, but as with so many things DIY, your mileage may vary Make sure you always man-handle your oils so you know what theyre like . If you are under treatment for any health . Or five. Is that even possible? Usage rate. thanks for that.. just one question D: .. when makin body butter, do you think i coul substitute shea butter with coconut oil? Yes, babassu oil would be a good alternativethough I do worry that theyre so similar that you may also be allergic to it, so tread lightly there. To create gluten-free versions of foods that usually contain gluten is typically a pretty involved process requiring a complete re-formulation from the ground up, taking into account the lack of gluten from the get-go. Thanks so much for all your helpful, well-written posts. Sorry if I overlooked the info, but am hoping you can point me to a resource (chart, website, etc.) I am very new at this. Borage Oil is a good choice for: Sensitive Skin: If you are susceptible to redness, inflammation or even rosacea - borage oil helps to keep your skin soothed and calm. Thank you so much for all the info. Shea butter will not provide the same smooth, thick/hard final product as cocoa butter will. It would not be a good substitution oil. If you want to, seek out information from qualified educators like the Tisserand Institute . I currently steering clear of any recipes that contain water or the likes, until I feel comfortable that I have researched enough and feel educated enough to make an informed decision on which preservatives I want to use. This is Perfect!! Appreciate your thoughts on this. But, based on the other posts youve recommended that I read, candelilla has a smoother and not as sticky feeling as beeswax and that its possible to help the salve absorb faster if I were to change some of the olive oil to something like grape seed oil (camellia is a little pricey!). Borage oil contains much more GLA than evening primrose oil, and the GLA from borage seeds contains only tiny amounts of pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which are mainly concentrated in the leaves and flowers of the plant. Thank you so much for being an absolute great resource of information and inspiration! Sorry! It then occurred to me that I bought Orange EO as part of my EOs Starter Kit to myself. P.s. Heres a quick list that Ill elaborate on further down: The most basic, obvious thing carriers oils do is basically make up the majority of many products (along with water in some formulations). Soybean oil. Its a pretty good alternative to shea unless you want the heavy, sticky feel . Itll make for a thicker final product, but wont effect it as drastically. So, theres still a chance of the end consistency to be different than my test run. Is there a specific reason for that ? It is a great oil to substitute for coconut oil in most DIY projects. Could you give me your opinion, please? I continued adding arrowroot but that ended up making it feel flour-y plus still greasy. Plz help. 14 Surprising Benefits of Borage Oil. If you dont like cocoa butter Id just recommend using a lotion recipe that doesnt call for itI have lots , Thank you, Marie. It goes rancid more quickly and it makes a tacky feeling soap. Am new with your videos and new to formulating. Does itfeel heavy or slow absorbing to you? Thanks, Marie! Should I use a different oil? Hi! Or should I stick to my original blend ? Great blog you have! Im going to make body butter. , Hey Stephanie! Im making a hot rub, and it calls for sweet almond oil, but I prefer cocoa butter. I haven't had any bad reactions to oil, probably because my skin is naturally dry. Do you have any advice on what oil would be suitable to replace castor? thanks marie. 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?? Peanut Oil This oil is used as a substitute for olive or canola oil in soap making recipes. 12, 13 GLA is an important polyunsaturated omega-3 fat that helps keep your skin and joints healthy. It prevented free radical production and thus may help patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment [ 42 ]. Kokum butter is crumbly and not soft to the touch. It can be used up to 25%, but beware of allergies. 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