Blueberry also known scientifically as Vaccinium corymbosum, is inherent to North America. It is used to make jellies, syrups and also consumed alone. The research shows that seeds and juice has high amount of antioxidants. The oil is extracted from the seeds of Blueberry fruit with the use of cold pressed method. This oil has Omega-3 essential fatty acids such as Linolenic acid and Omega-6 essential fatty acids such as Linoleic acid. It is highly used in aromatherapy and cosmetics. It helps to calm, soothe, protect and moisturize hair as well as skin. It consists of Vitamin E which acts…

Babchi also known as Psoralea corylifolia belongs to the family Fabaceae. It is also called Bakuchi in Sanskrit. The seeds of Babchi are used to extract essential oils with the use of steam distillation method. It is used as a vasodilator, pigmentor and cardiac tonic in Ayurveda for above 4000 years. It helps to treat various health conditions such as leprosy, leucoderma, vitiligo, stress and reproductive ailments. Babchi oil has the major chemical constituents such as bakuchiol, psoralen, linalool, limonene, α-elemene, angelicin, bavachalcone, isopsoralen, corylifol, 6-prenylnaringenin, corylin, isobavachalcone, corylifolin, psoralidin, bavachromanol, methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate and neobavaisoflavone. This oil possess various healing…

Black raspberry is inherent to United States and is grown as crops in Pacific regions. The plant of raspberry grows up to the height of 6-9’. It was used as a food source of natural dyeThe seeds of Black raspberry are used to extract oil by using cold press method. It is versatile and maintains elasticity of skin and treats various health conditions. It possesses alpha tocopherol and gamma tocopherol that helps to eliminate free radicals. It has low content of saturated fat. It contains about 70% of polyunsaturated fat. . It is rich in anthocyanins which is available three…

Blackberry is a fruit having versatility and belongs to the family Rosaceae that also includes dewberry and raspberry. This fruit have been recognized as an official fruit of State of Alabama and is also found in Pacific coast and North America. Historically, the berries are used for over 2000 years. Traditionally, the leaf, fruit, roots and bark are used by Greeks and Romans to treat the health conditions such as venomous bites and mild infection.The oil is extracted from Blackberry seeds with the cold pressed method. It is a great source of tocotriencols, tocopherols and lutein. It is a great…

Tamanu is also called Kamanu, Foraha, Alexandrian Laurel and Domba. It is native to Polynesia and Asia. It is also found in Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, South India, Polynesian and Melanesian islands. The oil of Tamanu is extracted from the kernels by cold pressing method. The white and aromatic flowers turn into a green and drupe like fruits. Tamanu oil has high content of fatty acids that possess antimicrobial, antibacterial, antioxidant and antifungal properties. It acts as an emollient which absorbs in the skin quickly. Tamanu oil has glycolipids, neutral lipids, free fatty acids, phospholipids, hydrocarbons, triacylglycerols, sterolesters…

The seeds of plant Limnanthes alba is cold pressed to extract the oil which contains above 90% of long chain fatty acids. The oil is yellow, clear and is odorless. It is stable as well as resistant to oxidation. It is inherent to Southern Oregon, Northern California, British Columbia and Vancouver Island. It has high concentration of triglyceride levels. The emollient properties found in Meadowfoam oil helps to make the skin soft. It is widely used in lotions, soaps, skin care products and creams. Health Benefits of Meadowfoam oil The rejuvenating properties of Meadowfoam oil helps to maintain the skin…

Kukui nut oil is a refined and cold pressed oil that is semi clear to light yellow in color. This oil bears a light, pleasant, sweet and nutty scent. It acts as a moisturizer which has balance amounts of linoleic fatty acids and oleic fatty acids. It is loaded with antioxidants such as Vitamin C, E and A. It helps to treat the skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema as well as dry and chapped skin. It is used from generations to soothe as well as rejuvenate skin. Being a non-comedogenic it does not clog the pores of the skin.…

Sea buckthorn is a plant which belongs to the family Elaeagnaceae which is available in the mountain and coastal areas of Europe and Asia. Botanically, it is called Hippophae rhamnoides. It was used to improve the health of horses and make the hair smooth and shiny. It also cures the horse blindness. It was originated from Himalayas but was used from the ancient European and Greek cultures. Sea buckthorn berry oil is extracted from yellow to orange berries of Sea buckthorn plant. The color of the oil results from dark brown to reddish. It has strong and musky scent with…

The fraction of coconut oil in which the long chain triglycerides are eliminated and making it absolutely saturated by remaining only medium chain triglycerides. It is a fluid that is light and stable consisting of Capric and Caprylic acids that provides antioxidant and disinfectant properties. The oil is extracted through steam distillation or fractionation of virgin coconut oil in order to isolate Capric and Caprylic acids. This oil is odorless, tasteless and much expensive in comparison to regular coconut oil. It is widely used in the preparation of medications, soaps, hair conditioners, massage oils and other products. In aromatherapy, it…

Borage oil has high content of gamma linolenic acid which is omega-6 fatty acids. This oil is extracted from the seeds which is produce by the Borage flowers. Borage oil has active phytocompounds and other nutritional lipids. It was used as an herbal plant for hundred years to lower pain and treat skin conditions. It is also taken internally in the form of capsules. It is blended with other oils such as rosehip, jojoba, sweet almond and thistle oil. It is loaded with carbohydrates, protein, fats, fiber, niacin, Vitamin C, A, thiamine, choline, riboflavin and minerals. It has high content…

The thick fat found on Emu’s back is used to extract Emu oil, which is a flightless bird inherent to Australia. Scientifically, Emu is called Dromaius novaehallandiae. It is a large bird which measures up to 6 ft. in height and weights up to 140 pounds in weight. It is been raised as a livestock for its meat and oil all over the world. Emu is killed in order to remove the surrounding fat and oil. The liquid is bright yellow which is mostly made up of fat and is collected underneath the skin. This oil contains of omega-3s that…

Macadamia nut is used for extracting oil by cold pressing. It has various uses in cooking as well as other purposes. It is used for the production of hair care and skin care products. This oil has warm golden hue color with a sweet butter taste and mild nutty flavor. Macadamia oil has high concentration of Palmitoleic acid that has richness in Omega 7. Macadamia nut is inherent to Australia and is also cultivated on the temperate climates of California and Hawaii. These nuts have high content of zinc, selenium and fatty acids that assist body to burn fat more…

Vanilla essential oil is derived from the fermented Vanilla beans by solvent extraction method. This essential oil has warm, sweet, comforting and complex aroma. Vanilla plant bears Vanilla Planifolia as its scientific name. It has several names such as Common vanilla, Mexican, Reunion vanilla and Bourbon. It possess the vital components such as Capric Acid, Acetic Acid, Furfural, Eugenol, Vanillin Hudroxybenzaldehyde and Isobutyric Acid. Vanilla essential oil possesses aphrodisiac, antioxidant, febrifuge, anti-carcinogenic, sedative, anti-depressant, tranquilizing, sedative and relaxing properties. History It is indigenous to Mexico, South America, South Africa and India. It is originated from an Island of Madagascar. Vanilla…

Ho Leaf plant also known as Chinese Rosewood, Ho-Sho, Formosan Camphor is native to China, Japan and Formosa. The leaves and twigs are used for steam distillation in order to extract essential oils. The result is a colorless to pale yellow liquid possessing characteristic, sweet, pleasant, floral and woody scent. The aroma of this essential oil is like camphor. The chemical constituents such as Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Citral and Pinene are found in Ho Leaf essential oil. It is helpful for treating flu, chills, colds and coughs. It acts as a tonic and provides relief from fatigue. Health Benefits of…

Rue scientifically known as common rue, rue and herb of grace is inherent to Balkan Peninsula. It is usually cultivated as an ornamental plant. Being native to Balkan Peninsula, it is herb with bitter, aromatic and acrid scent. It has woody and tough branches with bluish to green leaves. The flowers bloom in summer. It is used as an antidote for poison and to treat digestive problems, nervous afflictions and hysterics. Rue essential oil is derived by steam distillation of fresh Rue plants. This oil has main components such as Butanone, Bergaptene, Nonyl Acetate, Nonaone, Undercanone, Psoralen and Xanthoxin. Rue…

Marigold essential oil is extracted with steam distillation method of the flowers of Marigold plant. The flowers are bright orange in color which belongs to the sunflower family. The stems, leaves and blossoms of this plant are used for its medicinal properties in various cultures. It is used to treat various ailments. The tea made with leaves is an effective treatment for indigestion, parasites and microbes. The flower petals possess anti-inflammatory properties. It is a tonic that aids weeping wounds, treat boils, athlete’s foot, calluses and skin infections. It is also commonly known as Calendula, Little calendar, Aztec marigold, African…

Common mullein is used for the extraction of its essential oil. The flowers and leaves are used to extract essential oil by steam distillation process. The herb has been used since centuries in America and Europe as an aid for cough. Mullein plant is found in South & Central America, Europe and temperate zones of Asia. It contains rotenone, coumarin, tannin, triterpene saponins such as mucilage, verbascosaponin, catalpol, aucubin, phenolic acids and flavonoids. It is used for the treatment of ear infections and ear aches. It is used to cure the fungal infections such as athlete’s foot and ringworm. Other…

Pimentio botanically known as Pimenta Officinalis or Pimenta Diocia is an evergreen tree which is inherent to South America and Caribbean Islands. It is also commonly called as allspice due to the scent it possesses is the combination of cinnamon, clove, pepper, cardamom and other spices. Pimento essential oil is extracted from the leaves and fruits of Pimento plant with the use of steam distillation process which results yellow to brown liquid with fresh, spicy and warm smell. This essential oil possesses the main constituents such as caryophyllene, cineol, methyl eugenol, eugenol and phellandrene. The warming effect of essential oil…

This essential oil is unique and rare which is steam distilled from the leaves of the Western red cedar tree. It was used for thousands of years by the people of Pacific Northwest. Western red cedar essential oil is used to nourish hair, skin due to the presence of high content of ketones. It possesses a strong aroma that helps to enhance meditation. The term plicata was derived from a Latin word ‘plico’ that means fold together or folded. Additionally, it is a clear liquid which is mostly used for its disinfectant properties. History It is native to North America…

Sweet Annie has been used for centuries in Chinese and European herbal medicine to treat painful childbirth and dysmenorrhea. This plant is native to Asia bearing small yellow flowers and feathery green leaves. Sweet Annie plant has other common names such as Sweet wormwood, Annual Wormwood, Ch’Ou Hao, Kuso-Ninzin, Huang Hua Hao, Qing-guo, Ts’Ao Hao, Sweet Sagewort, Wormwood, Annual mugwort, Absinthe Sauvage, Annual Mugwort, Ajenjo Silvestre, Armoise Annuelle, Armoise Amère, Artémise, Artemisia, Artemisia annua, Chinese Wormwood, Artemisinin, Ching-hao, Herbe aux Cent Goûts, Herba Artemisiae Annuae, Huang Hua Guo, Qing Hao, Sourcil de Lune and Qinghaosu. The oil is extracted with…

Being native to South America, Verbena plant possesses various medicinal properties and also used as a food additives. It belongs to Verbenaceae family. This plant is used in Argentina and Chile whereas the essential oil is manufactured in China, France, North Africa and Kenya. Verbena is also commonly known as Lemon beebrush, Lemon verbena and Vervain. The yellowish to green essential oil is extracted from the leaves of Verbena plant by steam distillation process. The essential oil is pale yellow in color with fruity to lemon flavor. It could be dispersed in a burner, diffuser or vaporizer for inhalation. It…

Tsuga essential oil is extracted by using steam distillation process from needles and twigs of the conifer trees. The bark was used to make poultices. It is the effective herbal medicines which is associated with an emotional balance. It has an active chemical compounds such as bornyl acetate, beta phellandrene, limonene, alpha pinene, 3-carene, beta pinene, myrcene and sobornyl acetate. This oil possesses grounding, fresh, earthy and woody aroma. The color of the oil ranges from yellowish to colorless. Tsuga tree grows upto 28-31 meters in height having yellow to brown twigs and small cones. This evergreen and coniferous tree…

Star anise is an evergreen tree which is commonly known as Star anise seed, Badiam, Chinese star anise, Anis de Chine, Anis Étoilé, Anís Estrellado, Aniseed Stars, Anis Étoilé Chinois, Ba Jiao Hui, Anisi Stellati Fructus, Badiane, Badiana, Badiane de Chine, Chinese Anise, Bajiao, Eight-Horned Anise, Illicium and Eight Horns. Its origin is in Southern China. Traditionally, it is used as a herb for its healing properties and numerous health benefits.The seeds of Star anise fruit are sundried and then steam distilled to extract essential oils. The oil is pale yellow to clear with a strong scent that resembles liquorice.…

Schisandra essential oil is the extracted with CO2 extraction from dehydrated fruits of Schisandra tree. It was commonly used by Russian Olympic athletes as well as hockey players for its adaptogenic properties. This essential oil is used to counteract stress problems, diseases, anxiety problems and weakness issues. It also slows down the occurrence of premature aging. It stimulates the immune system and useful for the treatment of premenstrual disorder. It supports post-surgical healing and lowers anxiety as well as tension. Schisandra is also cultivated in Northeastern China (in the province of Jilin, Heilongjiang, Lianoning and Hebei). It is woody and…

Cedarwood essential oil is derived with the steam distillation process of heartwood of Cedar tree which is scientifically called Juniperus Virginiana. The Cedarwood plant is inherent to cold climates and is found in high altitudes. Cedarwood Essential oil has vital componenets such as Beta Cedrene, Alpha Cedrene, Widdrol, Cedrol and Thujopsene. Traditionally it is used for its calming effects. Due to its sweet and hearty aroma, it is used in perfumes, cologne and incense. It is used by Egyptians and Native Americans for centuries for its medical and cosmetic benefits. It is also known as Western Red, Cedar Leaf oil,…

Scientifically, the plant of Ravensara is called Ravensara aromatic. The essential oil which is extracted with the distillation of Cinnamomum camphora leaves which is cultivated in Madagascar. This oil provides relief from infection of viruses such as herpes, cold sores and shingles. In folk medicine, it is used for expectorant, antiseptic, antiviral and antibacterial properties. This essential oil is clear, white and transparent with spicy and woody odor. It blends well with essential oils of tea tree, eucalyptus, cinnamon, oregano, frankincense, hyssop and spice oils such as black pepper and clove. History Ravensara essential oil is native to Madagascar. It…

Pennyroyal with its scientific name Mentha Pulegium is inherent to Europe. Other common names for Pennyroyal are: Cayote Mint, Dwarf Thyme, Wild Bergamot, American Pennyroyal, European Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium, Menthe Pouliote, Penny Royal, Mosquito Plant, Pennyroyal Leaf, Piliolerial, Pennyroyal Oil, Poleo, Pouliot Royal, Pouliot, Pudding Grass, Pulegium vulgare, Pulegium, Squaw Balm, Stinking Balm and others. As it has the smell of mint when the leaves are crushed, it has “Mentha” in its scientific name. Pennyroyal essential oil is extracted with the use of steam distillation method using fresh plant. The vital components of Pennyroyal are neomenthone, isomenthone, pulegone and menthone.…

Perilla essential oil is derived from the leaves of perilla plant with the use of steam distillation method. Perillene, linonene, myristicin, beta-caryophyllene, linalool, myristicin, beta-farnesene, citral, l-perillaldehyde, perilla ketaone, rosmarinic acid and perillyl alcohol are the main constituents in perilla leaf oil. The leaves of perilla contains about less than one percent oil. This oil contains anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, antidepressive and anxyolitic properties. This essential oil has peppery, minty, pleasant and woody fragrance. It is also used in cosmetics as well as in perfume industry. Perilla plant is also called Beefsteak Plant, Perilla red, Perilla white, Perilla Labiatae, Wild…

Orris essential oil is the pale yellowish color oil that is extracted from the roots of Orris plant with steam distillation method. The essential oil has tempting and floral fragrance. It is used to treat diarrhea and cough. The roots of Orris are used to flavor syrups. It provides relief from lung congestion, pain and halitosis. It counteracts bacteria and freshen scalp. Irone, Menthyl myristate, Ionone, Isoflavones, Iridin, Irilone irigenin, Triterpenes, ß-amyrin and ß-sitosterol are the vital chemical components of Orris essential oil. It possesses diuretic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antibacterial, anti-cancer, antifungal, antiseptic, emetic, emollient, cholagogue and skin caring properties.…

Mugwort essential oil is extracted by the steam distillation of flowers and leaves of Artemisia vulgaris plant. The oil was produced in Germany, France and Far East. Mugwort is a dark green shrub which is related to absin the wormwood. It is used as a liquid dream pillow by shamans. This essential oil is used to ease inflammation and pain, menstrual complaints and treat parasites. Mugwort is a perennial plant which is inherent to North Africa, Europe, Alaska and Asia. It has feathery and dark green leaves and yellow to dark red flowers. Botanically, this plant is called Artemisia vulgaris.…