Carrier oils are vegetable-derived fixed oils, such as jojoba, sweet almond, and coconut oil, used primarily to dilute concentrated essential oils for safe topical application in aromatherapy, skincare, and massage. They act as a "vehicle" to carry active compounds into the skin without evaporating quickly, unlike volatile essential oils, and provide their own nourishing fatty acids and vitamins.
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Clinical Nutritionist
Arjun Mehta
Arjun Mehta is a clinical nutritionist and functional health expert with a focus on dietary fats and plant-based therapeutics. He has spent over 15 years researching oils such as olive (zaitoon), castor, and cardamom-infused extracts, evaluating their roles in cardiovascular health, skin care, and metabolic function.