Camelina Oil

Above: General illustration of oils - not necessarily representative of this type of massage oil. The appearance of massage carrier oils varies in terms of colour, consistency, texture, and so on.

This photo is not necessarily of camelina oil. The appearance of massage carrier oils varies in terms of colour, consistency, texture, and so on.

Camelina Oil is one of many popular carrier oils used in massage, aromatherapy, and other body-work treatments.

Camelina oil (from Camelina sativa) is difficult to extract without using solvents because the seeds from which it is extracted are only approx. 1-2mm long and approx. 1mm wide.

Therapeutic and cosmetic uses of camelina carrier oil include applications for skin softening, hence aas an ingredient in skin-care creams and moisturisers. It also provides a protective coating over hair follicles and is therefore used in some hair-care products. It is also used in the manufacture of some solid skin-care products such as lipsticks.

See also the general page about carrier oils for massage and bodywork therapies and information about massage and aromatherapy.

Note: There are many different carrier oils used for massage and other bodywork therapies. This section includes many popular oils but it is not a complete list.

Note: There are many different carrier oils used for massage and other bodywork therapies. This section includes many popular oils but it is not a complete list.