100% Organic Base Oils from Tortue Rouge

Base Oils

Tortue Rouge organic vegetable oils are obtained by using the Biomega™ process which involves pressing the plant material in an environment free from oxygen and light. The very highest quality is ensured by producing the oils on demand.

These oils are suitable for every purpose. They are particularly valuable for their nourishing and skin conditioning characteristics, but can equally be used as carriers to disperse and dilute essential oils.

Tortue Rouge base oils are 100% organic and contain no preservatives. Please note that this improves their value but reduces their shelf life. Please store them as advised on the label.

Almond - Sweet	One of the most used carrier oils having excellent slippage.

Apricot kernel	A light oil, useful for facial massage and skin care. Fast absorbing. Good emollient for delicate skin.

Argan	An uncommon oil with good skin softening qualities and suitable for damaged and mature skin.

Avocado	A deep penetrating oil known for its skin softening and anti-ageing properties.

Black cumin	Along with borage and evening primrose, an oil rich in unsaturated fatty acid units and so good for skin care. Useful for treating allergic reactions and inflamed acne.

Evening primrose oil	Rich in unsaturated fatty acid units, so ideal for skin care.

Hazelnut	Vitamin, mineral and protein rich, this easily absorbed oil tones and tightens, imparts firmness and elasticity and encourages cell regeneration.

Hemp seed	Not unlike olive oil, hemp seed is effective on dry and cracked skin.

Jojoba	A highly penetrating and balancing liquid wax rather than an oil. Moisturises and hydrates without greasiness. Great for hair too.

Macadamia	A superior massage oil as it has unique properties very similar to the sebum of human skin. Soothing and emollient.

Neem	A dark brown medicinal oil with an unpleasant odour.

Olive	A nutritious and versatile oil.

Rosehip	Very effective in treating scars, blemishes, burns, stretch marks, the signs of ageing and sun damage.

Sea buckthorn fruit	Unique for anti-ageing. Skin softening, nourishing. Helps protect against sun damage. Excellent anti-oxidant. Soothes irritation and improves barrier protection of the skin.

Sea buckthorn seed	A clear orange-yellow oil, quite different to the oil obtained from the fruit. Used for tissue regeneration and healing. Moisture regulator and anti-oxidant.

Sesame	A very stable, highly desirable massage oil.

Sunflower	A neutral oil that mirrors the natural skin lipids.

Wheatgerm	Rich in natural Vitamin E this revitalising oil reduces skin dryness and improves overall condition.