Qualities and Benefits of Our Pure Oils
MTSO Pure Massage Oil Profiles
Qualities and benefits of our pure massage oils - at a glance!
Almond Oil
- pressed from almond kernels
- rich in nutrients: unsaturated fatty acids, & vitamins A, B , D & E
- light texture, excellent moisturizer for skin
- may help to soothe & reduce inflammation
Apricot Oil
- pressed from apricot kernels
- very similar to Almond Oil, a tiny bit lighter texture
- rich in vitamins A & B
- suitable for children & dry aging skin
Coconut Oil
- pressed from coconut, solid until temperature reaches 25C
- rich in oleic, lauric, capric & caprylic acids, glycerine & MCT's
- high in vitamins A, C & E, with light texture
- may support immune system
- skin softening & mildly anti-inflammatory
Coconut Fractionated Oil
- distilled from coconut oil
- remains liquid at room temperature, lightest texture of our oils
- composed of liquid components of coconut oil called MCT's, high in capric & caprylic acids, supports immune function
- moisturizing, anti-oxidant, high in vitamins A, C & E
Grapeseed Oil
- pressed from grape seeds
- high in linoleic acid & vitamins E & B
- mildly astringent, therefore gently skin toning
- soothing, smoothing, mildly anti-inflammatory
Jojoba Oil
- pressed from seeds called "beans"
- contains no triglycerides, so very slow to go rancid (technically a wax)
- chemistry very similar to human body oil (sebum); hypo-allergenic &
- non-comedogenic (does not block pores)
- softening, moisturizing, anti-inflammatory
- fast-absorbing with no greasy residue, yet provides a thin protective barrier on skin
Sesame Oil
- pressed from seeds
- very slight nutty aroma, a little thicker consistency than previous oils
- rich in vitamis B & E, & minerals: calcium, magnesium & phosphorus
- slightly warming, used in traditional Ayurvedic treatments as a winter oil
- moisturizing, soothing & nourishing to skin
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