Amphora Aromatics offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of pure essential oils and aromatherapy skincare products in the UK. Founded in 1984, our experience means we are the natural choice for all things aromatherapy.
Carrier Oils
Amphora Aromatics provides nut and seed-derived Carrier Oils of the highest quality.
Although the properties of these unscented oils are often ignored, their benefits are considerable.
Carrier Oils are cold pressed, using as little heat as possible for extraction. The viscosity of oils varies with each type, as does the ease of absorption into the skin.
What does Cold Pressed mean?
The concept of cold-pressing dates back more than 150 years, and is the most efficient and natural method of extracting oils from seeds. read more
Benefits of the cold-pressing and filtering process include:
Oils produced in this way have a low peroxide value (PV).
More of the natural nutrients in the oils, such as essential fatty acids and vitamins, are preserved.
The filtering process will extract the waxes, remnants of seed husks and other sediments out of the unfiltered oil.
The resulting cold-pressed, filtered oil is a superb, clear oil.
- SpeciesPrunus armeniaca
- OriginSpain
- Extraction ProcessCold pressed.
A moisturising, revitalising carrier oil
A base oil especially good for dry, mature or sensitive skin
Apricot Kerel oil is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B17 and E
- SpeciesVitis vinifera
- OriginFrance / Italy / Spain.
- Extraction ProcessCold pressed.
Naturally moisturising and rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamin E
A preferred carrier oil for massage and skin preparations thanks to it's regenerative qualities
A lovely light and gentle oil that is sometimes preferred foe use on those with sensitive skin
- SpeciesMacadamia ternifolia Seed Oil
- OriginNew South Wales and Queensland Australia.
- Extraction ProcessCold pressed.
A great choice for a massage oil or use in skin care
Macadamia nut oil is rich in omega-7 & Vitamin E
A highly absorbent carrier oil, especially great for mature skin
- SpeciesPrunus persica
- OriginSpain
- Extraction ProcessCold pressed
A soothing, nourishing and moisturising carrier oil
Peach Kernel oil makes a fantastic base oil for massage blends
Especially good for dry or chapped skin and facial massages
- SpeciesSesamum indicum
Naturally soothing, softening and moisturising
Sesame oil is packed with vitamins and minerals, including zinc
A great carrier oil to use on its own or blended with essential oils
- SpeciesHelianthus annuus
- Extraction ProcessCold pressed from Sunflower Seeds
- Perfume NoteDeodorised.
A light, non greasy sun flower oil
Contains Vitamins A, D & E, rich in essential fatty acids
A great all purpose massage oil and carrier oil