the_amber_woods Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 I'm trying to fomulate a massage oil base. I've decided to keep it pretty simple, one or two base oils, perhaps some Vitamin E.I was wondering about the following two things.Cyclomethicone - For those of you who use this in your oils, what ratio do you use? I've read that it makes the massage oils feel "softer" is this true?Glycerine - Does this mix in well with oils? I know it warms under friction, I thought that this might be a nice addition to a massage oil. Does it leave it tacky? Does anyone use this that could suggest ratios?I was also wondering what oils you guys use for your base oils? I've read that sweet almond oil is used commonly... any jewels to share? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherie Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 I would prefer Sweet Almond over Glycerine. Glycerine is sticky to me. I don't make this so I can't tell you ratios. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Maybe you will find this helpful in chosing a carrier oil HTHhttp://www.zhealthinfo.com/carrier.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherie Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Nice read Annie! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 You're very welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1 Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Thanks for the site Annie. Great information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 I ran across this today while I was ordering bottles, and kinda got sidetracked :rolleyes2 hehe. Anywho, it's pharmaceutical grade, and I'm liking the price~ boils down to .29 per ounce. I would probably still rather make my own, but it's kinda nice to know this is out there http://www.essentialsbycatalina.com/shop/shopexd.asp?id=26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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