Absolute Oils are produced by solvent extraction.
Absolutes dissolve in alcohol and fixed oils but not
in water. As the name implies, solvent extraction
causes substances such as petroleum ether to
pass through the prepared plant parts. The solvent
is then evaporated off leaving a mixture of waxes
and oil. This is called “concrete”.
After the removal of the waxes, the highly fragrant,
intensely strong substance known as the absolute
remains.
Cocoa butter is used in cosmetics and as a base oil in aromatherapy massages of the face and body. It hydrates and regenerates the skin, smoothes wrinkles, helps to erase scars and stretch marks. Cocoa butter massages tone the skin, activate the release of toxins, fluid retention, fat accumulation and are preferred in anti-cellulite therapies. Cocoa butter helps to achieve a natural, chocolate complexion without burning and dehydrating the skin. It leaves an invisible film on the skin, thus protecting it from the harmful effects of environmental factors.