Soapmaking Oil Properties + Free Download

In making your own soap, it is very important to learn and know the properties of oils once they saponified and how they effect your finished soap.  This chart from Lovin' Soap Studio will help you when you are ready to formulate your own recipes.  This free downloadable chart is available through the post titled Soapmaking Oil Properties and Free Download.

Oils: Cherry kernel oil

Cherries are on my favorite fruit list.  In all of the classes I have taken on bath and body products, I did not know that there is a Cherry Kernel Oil.  But according to Point of Interest there is one. If you are like me and want to learn more about this oil, then I will have to read this post immediately to see how I can use it in my lotions and other products.

Kukui Nut Oil Profile

Botanical Name- Aleurites Moluccans
Origin- Hawaii
Extraction- Cold Pressed/Partially Refined
Shelf life- 12-14 months
Kosher Certified- No
Notes- Keep away from high temperatures and direct light. A semi-clear liquid having little or no odor, and blends well with most formulations.
For cosmetic purposes only.

Specifications
Color- Light Yellow
Odor- Characteristic and odorless
Free Fatty Acids- <1.0>Fatty Acids Oleic- 78%
Palmitic- 6%
Linoleic- 19%

An Introduction

Kukui Nut Oil has been used for many years in Hawaii , and has only recently become known to the rest of the world. It is prized for its rejuvenating and soothing effects upon the skin, without leaving a greasy or oily film. Pressed from the seeds of the Aleurites moluccana tree, Kukui Nut Oil is invaluable for many different skin conditions, providing moisture and nourishment to dry, mature, and damaged skin.

The History

The Kukui Nut tree was first brought to Hawaii by early Polynesian settlers. It quickly adapted, and is now Hawaii 's official state tree. Kukui means ‘enlightenment' in Hawaiian. Traditionally, babies in Hawaii were anointed with Kukui Nut Oil to protect their skin from the sun, salt, and other elements. In addition, it was used on skin irritations, wounds, and burns. Kukui Nut Oil was also used to massage members of royalty, who were sometimes massaged for seven or more hours with this oil!

Cosmetic Use

Kukui Nut Oil is a fabulous moisturizer, and quickly penetrates the skin leaving a silky-smooth non-greasy feeling. It is often used for dry or damaged skin, immediately relieving symptoms because of its quick absorption into the skin. It can leave even the roughest and driest skin feeling smooth, soft, and hydrated. Kukui Nut Oil contains Vitamins A, C, and E, providing anti-oxidants that help to protect the skin. This unique oil is able to penetrate into the deepest skin layers, while creating a protective shield that locks in moisture. Kukui Nut Oil is great for those with sensitive skin, and is a wonderful ingredient to add to your bodycare products. Specifically, it is beneficial for the following conditions:

Burns – including: sunburn, windburn, radiation burns, and heat induced burns.
Eczema
Chapped skin
Psoriasis
Mature and prematurely aged skin
Dry skin conditions
Acne
Scars
Lesions
Dry hair and scalp
Usage Instructions

Kukui Nut Oil is an excellent oil to add to your bodycare products, especially your creams, lotions, and massage oils. Simply add Kukui Nut Oil once that your product no longer needs to be heated, and do not expose it to high temperatures. You can also use it for an oil treatment on dry hair and scalp, or add a few drops to your bath water for a luxurious treat.


This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Source: http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/learn/oilprofile/kukui.html

Carrier Oils for your bath products

Carrier Oils

Essential Oils cannot be applied directly to the skin in their pure state; they must be diluted in carrier oils or otherwise known as "base oils". These oils are rich in fatty acids, vitamins and moisturizing nutrients. Carrier oils contain important healing substances that render the skin more elasticity and softness. Once the essential oil has been diluted in a carrier oil, the mixture can be added directly to bath water for a nourishing soak or to be used as a massage oil.

The following is a list of the most common carrier oils that you can use in you bath products. They can be purchased at your local health food stores, Juniper Tree, through mail order or internet.

Almond Oil (sweet) - For all skin types. Softens the skin; relieves itchiness.

Apricot Kernel - Excellent for facial massages; dehydrates; restores skin's glow.

Avocado - For dry skin; easily absorbed; plumps up prematurely lined skin.

Borage - Rich in Gamma linolenic acid; treats eczema and psoriasis; anti-aging properties.

Calendula - Heal cracked skin and rashes.

Carrot seed - Rejuvenates; reduces premature aging and scarring, itching; restores elasticity.

Coconut - Excellent for cracked or brittle skin; helps retain skin's moisture.

Evening Primrose - For dry skin; high in essential fatty acids.

Grape seed - Good for full body massage; odorless and easily absorbed in to the skin.

Hazelnut - Good for oily skin; easily absorbed.

Jojoba - Anti-bacterial; anti-inflammatory; hydrating; good emollient.

Macadamia - Helps maintain the natural moisture level of the skin.

Olive Oil - Disinfecting; healing; excellent for soothing chapped skin.

Passion Fruit - Helps maintain the skin's elasticity.

Rosehip - Promotes tissue regeneration; good for scars, burns and wrinkles.

Safflower Oil - Light texture; easily absorbed.

Sesame - Good natural sunscreen; practically odorless.

Sunflower - Softens the skin; helps the skin maintain its natural level of moisture.

Wheat Germ - Aids muscle and lymph function; good for dry skin; natural antioxidant; strong odor.


Source: Secrets of the Spa...Pamper and Vitalize Yourself at Home by Catherine Bardey, Black Dog and Leventhal Publishing, New York, NY. 1999. Pages 166-167.