Frankincense Oil Frankincense is not one of the most widely used oils, but it does have potential health benefits. Also known as olibanum, frankincense comes from trees in the Boswellia family. Frankincense essential oil is obtained from the dried and distilled resin of the Frankincense tree. The positive effects of Frankincense Oil are powerful and …
Clary Sage Oil Clary Sage Essential Oil is derived from the Salvia sclarea herb. Clary sage is easy to grow in high-temperature areas. It’s also known by the names “clear eye” and “eye bright” because of its traditional use as a treatment for eye health. But it’s now being studied for a variety of other …
Cedarwood Oil Cedarwood Essential Oil is steam distilled from the wood of the Cedar tree, of which there are several species. Cedarwood Essential Oil’s antiseptic properties are reputed to protect the body against harmful bacteria that are known to cause fungal infections, which can be destructive to the skin and general health. Used in aromatherapy …
Cassia Oil Cassia cinnamon is a type of cinnamon prepared from the dried inner bark of an evergreen tree that grows in areas of southeastern Asia. Cassia is commonly known as Chinese cinnamon, and its scientific name is Cinnamomum cassia. Cassia essential oil, or cassia bark oil, is derived by steam distillation of the cassia …
Carrot Seed Oil Carrot seed oil is a type of essential oil. It’s extracted via steam distillation from the seeds of the Daucus carota plant. Carrot seed essential oil has shown antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Used in aromatherapy applications, Carrot Seed Oil stimulates circulation as well as brain and nerve functions. Its warm, …
Carraway Oil Caraway oil is steam distilled from the seed of Carum carvi plant growing naturally in Egypt. Caraway seed is used for its warming effects whitin the human body. Caraway oil also works as an expectorant, making it beneficial for respiratory health. It can provide relief for people with bronchial asthma, coughs and bronchitis. …
Benzoin Oil Benzoin is a resin that is derived from the bark of several species of trees in the genus Styrax. It is used as a common ingredient in incense-making and perfumery. Benzoin essential oil contains a range of chemical compounds that contributes to the oil’s scent and healing properties. The oil is known to …
Basil Oil Basil (Ocimum basilicum L., family Lamiaceae), is an annual plant which produces white or purple flowers depending on its type. The native Omani basil grows well in several regions of the world, even in the hot conditions prevailing in the desert. Basil oil is steam distilled from leaves of Ocimum basilicum L. It …
Angelica Roots Oil Angelica Root Oil is steam distilled from the roots of the flowering Angelica Archangelica. Angelica Root Oil is also known as the Holy Ghost or Holy Spirit Root, Archangel Root and Oil of Angels. This oil probably got its name because its healing powers were so great and vast that the origin …
Turmeric Oil Turmeric is most widely used as food additive in curries because of its medicinal properties. Spices, when used in raw forms does not impart their total flavor and more often lose their aromatic constituents partially (because of their volatile nature) when finely grounded. Turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety …