Generally there is a large degree of flexibility for combining essential oils and base materials allowing for personal preference when creating compositions and products with essential oils. Almond oil is well suited for making massage or body oils. It is absorbed relatively quickly and is available at a reasonable price.
Hazelnut oil is absorbed even more quickly by the skin and is a fine choice for cosmetic products.
Other oils, such as avocado or sunflower oils, can also be used without problems. In general, one should choose oils that have been refined either not at all or as little as possible. Grapeseed oil, for example, is solvent extracted and therefore less suitable than cold-pressed, fatty oils. If the fatty character of oils is to be avoided, gels are an attractive alternative. Essential oils can be added to creams or lotions either of your own manufacture or from the store.