In this lesson, you’ll see how to bring winter skincare theory into practice with seven protective oil combinations. Each formula highlights how different fatty acid profiles, saturated, monounsaturated,

In this lesson, we bring everything together to create protective oil combinations for winter. You’ll see how occlusive, semi-occlusive, and emollient oils can be layered or blended to

In this lesson we move into the semi-occlusive and emollient realm, the oils that soften and replenish while keeping the skin’s barrier flexible.You’ll see how the balance shifts

In this first lesson, we look closely at how the stratum corneum, the skin’s outer layer, keeps us protected through its intricate lipid structure of ceramides, cholesterol, and

In this lesson we look at the most protective oils, those rich in long-chain (C20 +) fatty acids and the soft, saturated butters that seal in moisture when

In this lesson, we look at the safety of carrier oils for topical use. Carrier oils are composed of large triglyceride molecules that are compatible with the skin’s

In this lesson, we explore the aromas that naturally occur in carrier oils. While essential oils are known for their fragrance, carrier oils also have scents that arise

In this lesson, we explore how carrier oils move from plant to bottle. Seeds, nuts, and pulps are pressed or extracted to release their lipid compounds, and each

In this lesson, we look at the saturated fatty acids that form the foundation of the solid butters. When these fatty acids dominate, oils become firm at room

In this lesson, we look at how plants can be infused into carrier oils. Making herbal infusions is one of the gentlest ways to draw healing compounds from