It is generally obtained by pressing the seeds and their shells using the cold press method. They are rich in unsaturated fatty acids and vitamins. In order for fixed oils to have therapeutic value, they must be obtained by cold pressing method.
Many essential oils are not used directly. It needs to be diluted and thinned with fixed oils. Fixed oils to be used in this way are called base oils or carrier oils. As we all know, olive oil is a carrier oil. Oils such as wheat oil, jojoba oil, safflower oil, grape seed oil, pomegranate seed oil, bay seed oil, nettle seed oil, apricot seed oil, black cumin oil, walnut oil, sesame oil are used as carrier oils.
Like olive oil, walnut oil, wheat oil, safflower oil and sesame oil can also be used in cooking.
If used in massage oils, jojoba, grape seed and pomegranate seed oils should be preferred. Since they have small molecules, they can be easily absorbed by the skin. If sunscreen oil is to be prepared, sesame oil can be preferred.
If a hair care oil mixture is to be prepared, fixed oils such as jojoba, nettle and bay seed can be used.
The Most Frequently Used Fixed Oils:
Wheat Germ Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing wheat grass. It is rich in vitamin E, lecithin and linoleic acid. It has a rich content in lecithin, various enzymes, linolenic acid and especially vitamin E.
It can be used alone, or in oil mixtures prepared for skin care, to eliminate stretch marks and under-eye wrinkles caused by pregnancy. It is pale golden yellow in colour.
Jojoba Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing jojaba seeds. It is light yellow in colour. It is rich in vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids. Its seeds contain approximately 50 percent oil. It is one of the most frequently used fixed oils in cosmetics and aromatherapy. It is used alone and in prepared mixtures to prevent postpartum stretch marks, prevent hair loss, stop acne formation, and eliminate wrinkles. Since it has a small molecule, it is quickly absorbed by the skin.
Pomegranate Seed Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing pomegranate seeds. Its color is pale yellow. It is rich in vitamin E. Since it is rich in polyphenols, it has high antioxidant properties. It has been reported to help cure skin and breast cancer when used internally. It is recommended to use 7-8 drops per day. It is one of the oils preferred in cosmetic products and massage oils. Since it has small molecules, it is quickly absorbed by the skin. It does not leave an oily layer. You can add it to anti-wrinkle creams.
Apricot Kernel Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing apricot kernels. Its color is from yellow to orange. It is very rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It is especially used to eliminate wrinkles around the eyes. It is one of the most preferred oils in skin care creams and oils. It is an oil that is easily absorbed by the skin.
linseed oil
It is obtained by cold pressing flax seeds. It is dark golden yellow in colour. It contains 38-44 percent fixed oil. It is a natural source of omega fatty acids. It contains more omega fatty acids than fish. It is also an oil rich in lecithin, which supports brain and liver health. It is also very rich in vitamins F, A and E. Their shells contain high amounts of lignans. Since it helps retain calcium in the body, it can prevent osteoporosis after menopause; It has been reported that it can help protect prostate health when used from an early age. It is used externally in the treatment of atopic dermatitis, shingles and psoriasis.
Black cumin oil
It is obtained by cold pressing the seeds. Its color is dirty black. It contains around 57 percent fixed oil. It is also rich in omega-6, zinc, iron and calcium. It is used internally as an immune system booster. It has skin nourishing properties when used externally. It has been reported that it can stop hair loss when used regularly. It may cause allergic effects on extremely sensitive skin. These people should not use it.
Sesame oil
It is obtained by cold pressing sesame seeds. It is golden yellow in colour. Sesame seeds contain 35-40 percent fixed oil. It is an oil rich in unsaturated fatty acids. It contains lignans with cell renewal properties. For this reason, sesame oil is seen to be used in many skin products. Since SPF is equal to factor 45 in terms of sun protection, it is also included in oil mixtures prepared for sun protection and bath purposes. Oil mixtures prepared to relieve joint pain and strengthen joints are also used.
Sweet Almond Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing of Almond Kernel. Its color is pale yellow. It contains high amounts of protein and unsaturated fatty acids. It is used in skin care oils prepared for sensitive, irritated skin, hair care oils, and oils prepared to prevent the formation of abdominal stretch marks caused by pregnancy.
Grape Seed Oil
It is obtained by cold pressing grape seeds. It is greenish yellow in colour. It contains between 5-20 percent fixed oil. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids. It supports heart rhythm thanks to omega-3 and omega-6 oils. It has been reported to reduce bad cholesterol levels. When used by drinking, it has a strong antioxidant property thanks to the vitamin E it contains. It can also be used in salads. When used externally, it is easily absorbed by the skin since it is a small molecule oil. It is included in anti-wrinkle oil mixtures with its antioxidant properties. It is also used in massage oil mixtures because it is absorbed immediately and does not leave an oily layer.
