Grapeseed Oil
Best for: Massage & body oil, carrier for essential oils, skin toning, cosmetic formulations and hair care
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Grapeseed Oil is a versatile, lightweight carrier oil highly valued by massage therapists and aromatherapists for its smooth texture, fast absorption, and skin-friendly benefits. Naturally rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid vital for healthy skin and cell membranes, Grapeseed Oil helps moisturize, regenerate, and protect the skin—making it an excellent choice for both general massage and targeted skincare treatments.
This nearly odorless oil has a fine texture that absorbs easily into the skin without leaving a greasy residue. Its mildly astringent properties help tone and tighten the skin, making it especially suitable for clients with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin.
In addition to being a superb standalone massage oil, Grapeseed Oil is a preferred carrier oil for essential oils in aromatherapy. It enhances delivery of active ingredients while providing its own benefits—improving skin texture, hydration, and resilience.
Key Benefits:
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Light, non-greasy texture with excellent absorption
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Rich in linoleic acid, GLA, vitamins, minerals, and protein
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Moisturizes, tones, and helps regenerate the skin
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Mildly astringent—supports clearer, firmer skin
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Suitable for all skin types, including oily or acne-prone
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Excellent carrier oil for aromatherapy and essential oils
Grapeseed Oil offers reliable glide and silky smoothness, making it an ideal base for professional massage and beauty formulations. It leaves the skin feeling nourished and refreshed—perfect for clients young and old.
Caution:
All oils regardless of brand, can be combustible. Use caution when laundering linens that have been exposed to oils. Oils are potentially combustible when exposed to heat in a dryer. Consult dryer manufacturer’s guidelines for drying linens that have been exposed to oils and gels.
Origin: Spain
About this oil
Grapeseed Oil is a lightweight carrier oil highly valued by massage therapists and aromatherapists for its smooth texture and fast absorption. Naturally rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid, it helps moisturise the skin and support a smooth, comfortable feel without leaving a greasy residue.
This nearly odourless oil has a fine texture and mildly astringent properties that help tone the skin, making it a popular choice for clients with oily, combination or acne-prone skin. It's also a preferred carrier oil for essential oils in aromatherapy, helping deliver active ingredients while adding its own light, silky feel.
Apply directly to skin as a lightweight massage or body oil, or use as a carrier for diluting essential oils. For formulations, blend into creams, lotions or massage oils. Test small batches to perfect your recipe.
How to use
- Massage & body oil|A light, fast-absorbing standalone massage oil with reliable glide and a silky, non-greasy finish.
- Carrier for essential oils|A preferred carrier oil for diluting essential oils in aromatherapy, helping deliver them evenly across the skin.
- Skin toning|Its mildly astringent properties make it a popular choice for those with oily, combination or acne-prone skin.
- Cosmetic formulations|A versatile, light base for creams, lotions and other beauty formulations.
- Hair care|Massaged through hair ends to add shine without weighing hair down.
Specifications
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Light Green Oil |
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| Aroma | Nearly Odourless, Slightly Nutty |
| Size options | 100ml, 200ml, 500ml, 1ltr, 2ltr, 4ltr, 2 x 4ltr, 4 x 4ltr |
| Made in | Spain |
| Vegan | Vegan (Plant-Derived) |
| Shelf life | Shorter than many carrier oils due to its high polyunsaturated (linoleic acid) content — typically 6–12 months once opened. Store in a cool, dark place |
Safety & storage
- Generally well tolerated on normal skin, including oily and acne-prone skin.
- This oil is high in polyunsaturated fat and oxidises (goes rancid) faster than many other carrier oils — use within 6–12 months of opening and store in a cool, dark place.
- Grapes are not a tree nut, though as with any plant-derived oil, a patch test is recommended before first use, particularly for sensitive skin — see the Safety Data Sheet and Ingredient & Allergen Statement under Product documents for full detail.
- For external use only.
- All oils, including this one, are potentially combustible — use caution when laundering linens exposed to oil and follow your dryer manufacturer's fabric-care guidelines.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place.
Product documents
Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
