With USDA certified organic oil as our guiding principle, we scoured the market to find oils that were regularly available, similar to sunflower in its feel, reasonably priced, and USDA organic.  We decided to use canola oil.  Unfortunately there are a lot of myths about canola.  Our canola is not GMO (as required by USDA organic standards), it is not unhealthy for human consumption. It is sold throughout the world as a cooking oil.  Ideally when the sunflower oil supply returns to normal, we will change back to our original formula. Get the best of both worlds with this USDA certified organic massage gel. It has the glide and purity of an oil with the grip and control of a cream. With no preservatives and only certified organic ingredients, the Organic Massage Gel is the purest choice for you, your clients and the earth.