Reviewed by Sabrina Ann Zielinski, CFGI (Mama Z)
Last updated on February 12th, 2024
When I was pregnant with my oldest, Esther, I put together this essential oil base recipe to use on my pregnant and postpartum body. I combined some of my favorite ingredients based on their certain benefits. I used raw organic coconut oil for the anti-fungal & antibacterial properties; sweet almond oil because it was a great carrier that wouldn’t affect the essential oil scent I planned to add and it’s great for the skin; jojoba oil because it permeates the dermis of the skin deeper; vitamin E for its awesome skin repair as well as to help keep the collagen & elastin bond tight behind the skin.
Table of Contents:
- All-Purpose Carrier Oil Blend Video
- Mama Z’s Carrier Oil Base
- Index of DIYs Using Mama Z’s Oil Base
All-Purpose Carrier Oil Base & Video
You can add essential oils as you use the base to fill dispensers in your home. Use 1-2 drops for every one ounce of the mixture or use the carrier oil base in your other recipes and roll-ons as directed. Depending on the climate carrier oils for skin may go back to a solid or semi solid state so you can easily apply the same method that I use to melt the coconut oil above.
This mixture worked wonders for keeping our baby’s skin nourished. I applied it to her skin daily, even on the days we didn’t bathe. I love this for everyone from babies all the way up to adults!
Mama Z's Essential Oil Base & Recipe Video
Author: Mama Z
Ingredients
- 54 ounces raw, organic, unrefined coconut oil (melted)
- 16 ounces organic sweet almond oil
- 8 ounces organic jojoba oil
- 4 ounces vitamin E oil
Supplies:
- Mixing bowl
- Immersion blender (optional)
- Quart or pint wide-mouth mason jars
Instructions
- Melt the coconut oil using indirect heat. You can do this by placing the coconut oil in a glass measuring cup and putting it on a space heater. You can also immerse the jar of coconut oil in a bowl or saucepan filled with warm (not boiling) water until melted.
- Once the coconut oil is liquified, place it in a large glass bowl. Add the sweet almond oil, jojoba, and vitamin E oil. Mix until well blended. If you prefer a whipped consistency, you can achieve that by using an immersion blender or wire whisk.
- Pour the essential oil base into glass jars. Store your mixture in a dark, cool place away from any light.
Index of DIYs Using Mama Z’s Oil Base
You can use this customized oil base mixture in almost any DIY or remedy that calls for carrier oils but here are some of the recipes on our site that specifically call for this wonderful blend.
- DIY Lotion Bar or Salve Base – A thicker base for lotions and salves.
- Homemade Hand Soap – A gentle liquid hand soap with essential oils.
- Homemade Shave Cream – Make your own shave balm and eliminate many toxic ingredients.
- DIY Body Wash – This kid-friendly body wash can replace carcinogenic ingredients in many bath products.
- Essential Oil Sugar Scrub DIY – A great way to bring a healthy glow to your skin!
- DIY Lip Balm – Make your own lip balm with essential oils.
- Homemade Body Butter – Perfect for dry, irritated skin.
- Mama Z’s Hand Cream – Moisturizing hand cream to soothe dry skin.
- Homemade Perfumes or Colognes – Eliminate artificial fragrances with these DIY perfumes.
- Dusting Spray – A great wood polish to nourish and protect your natural furniture.
- Fibromyalgia Massage Blend – Great for general pain relief as well.
- DIY Muscle Rub Pain Relief Salve – Wonderful for after a workout.
- Natural Pain Relief Massage Oil – Great for chronic pain.
- Neuropathy Body Oil – Use it for nerve or muscle pain.
- Night-Time Detox Bath – Perfect for helping you release the day.
- Clear and Peaceful Roll-On Blend – Great for Thyroid support.
- Stomach Ache Roll-On Blend – Use these essential oils to ease tummy discomfort.
- Mama Z’s Joyful Blend – Great for postpartum depression, seasonal mood swings and more.
- ADD/ADHD Relief Roll-On – A perfect blend to help focus and mental alertness.
- Kid’s Remedies Roll-Ons – Sleepy time, anxiety, focus, itch relief, and more!
- Homemade Dog Shampoos – Help control fleas and ticks with this recipe.
- DIY Bug Repellent – Keep pests away!
