4 Best Carrier Oils For Ageing Skin (2024)

Rosehip Oil is highly valued for its healing and regenerative properties and its effect on dry skin, burns, blemishes, fine lines and wrinkles. It’s filled with nutrient-rich goodness such as essential fatty acids, omega 3 and omega 6, and vitamins A, C and E.

It has been seen to restore skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of dark circles and blemishes, and enhance skin tone and texture. It’s the ultimate skincare ingredient for ageing skin.

Its anti-inflammatory properties may help with sun damage, reduce hyperpigmentation and brighten the complexion. Rosehip Oil is also a popular option for scars because of its natural astringent properties that may strengthen skin tissue and encourage healing.

You can dilute Rosehip Oil with your favourite essential oil, add your dilution to a roller bottle or glass pipette bottle and apply it as a skin serum. We generally recommend a 2-4% dilution for skin application and a 1-2% dilution for facial application.

Jojoba Oil is well regarded for being non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic and a rich source of antioxidants for radiant skin.

Filled with essential fatty acids and vitamins E and B, Jojoba Oil is a favourite carrier oil for its anti-inflammatory, healing and balancing qualities for soft skin.

It’s historically known to build moisture retention, regulate pigment production, reduce the signs of premature ageing and facilitate healing. It’s hydrating, conditioning and cleansing - what more could you ask for?

You can dilute Jojoba Oil with essential oils, add the dilution to a roller bottle or a glass pipette bottle and apply it as a skin serum. We generally recommend a 2-4% dilution for skin application and a 1-2% dilution for facial application.

Argan Oil restores, strengthens, and heals the skin and is considered a valuable ingredient to boost skin tone and promote radiance for mature and ageing skin.

It’s a rich source of antioxidants, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory qualities that work to rejuvenate, smooth and enhance skin tone and texture.

It’s known to protect against sun damage and UV rays, boost skin elasticity, help the skin retain moisture, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

It is filled with essential fatty acids such as omega 6 and omega 9, making it the perfect anti-ageing remedy - especially when paired with essential oils.

You can dilute Argan Oil with essential oils, add the dilution to a roller bottle or a glass pipette bottle and apply it as a skin serum. We generally recommend a 2-4% essential oil dilution for skin application and a 1-2% dilution for facial application.

Coconut Oil is classic when it comes to skincare. It’s gentle, easily absorbable and has a neutral aroma, making it a great base to dilute with essential oils for your anti-ageing remedy. It has naturally occurring anti-inflammatory components and lauric acid that works to moisturise, soften and smooth the skin’s complexion.

Coconut Oil is known to naturally boost collagen production for firmer, tighter skin. It reduces the appearance of fine lines and encourages wound healing. It’s also a popular option for those with dermatitis and eczema.

You can dilute Coconut Oil with essential oils, add the dilution to a roller bottle or a glass pipette bottle and apply it as a skin serum. We generally recommend a 2-4% dilution for skin application and a 1-2% dilution for facial application.

Note: when kept at room temperature, pure Coconut Oil can change from a liquid to a solid.

While carrier oils are generally available to purchase at health, wellness and retail stores it is important to keep in mind that the quality and purity of these carrier oils will vary. This is why we recommend finding a reputable supplier.

Here at AWO we have a wide selection of carrier oils and organic carrier oils that are sold at reasonable prices. Because our stock is purchased in bulk quantities our costs are significantly less which allows us to offer high-quality products at affordable prices. We are also based right here in Australia!