Geranium oil comes from flowers in the Pelargonium genus. It is extracted by steam distillation using the aromatic parts of the flowers, which are primarily the leaves, but also the stems to some extent. Although there is no scientific evidence of geranium oil’s effect on health, it is still used for medicinal purposes by some … Read more
Ginger oil comes from the dried or unpeeled roots – the so-called rhizomes – of the ginger plant (Zingiber Officinale). The roots are extracted by either cold pressing or steam distillation and the roots yield 2-4% oil. Despite the fact that the health benefits of ginger oil are poorly documented, it has long been used … Read more
The jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis) is a small evergreen shrub that grows in Mexico and the southern United States. The jojoba bears fruits that contain seeds. About 50% of the seeds’ weight is made up of wax – and it is this wax that we call jojoba oil. Although jojoba oil is primarily used in … Read more
Chamomile oil can be made from several different flower species in the genus Chamomile (Matricaria), but the most popular and used species are without a doubt the following: Fragrant Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) Fragrant chamomile is also called blue chamomile. Chamomile oil is made from fresh chamomile flowers and is extracted by … Read more
Lavender oil is extracted from various flower species of the lavender genus (Lavandula). It is produced by steam distillation of the plant’s flowers. Although lavender oil is toxic to the human body in high concentrations, it has long been used in natural medicine as well as cosmetics. In this article, you’ll get a thorough overview … Read more
Sometimes simply called evening primrose oil, giant evening primrose oil is extracted from the seeds of the giant evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis). Although there is no scientific evidence that giant evening primrose oil can be used to treat disease, it has long been used as an herbal remedy for a wide range of diseases … Read more
Patchouli oil is extracted from the leaves of the Patchouli plant (Pogostemon cablin) by steam distillation. Patchouli oil’s characteristic scent is most reminiscent of the scent of musk. The oil has a thick consistency and can range in color from light yellowish to dark brown. Patchouli oil is mainly used as a fragrance ingredient in … Read more
Peppermint oil is extracted from Peppermint (Mentha x piperita), which is a cross between spearmint and water mint. Although there is no scientific evidence that peppermint oil can be used to treat human health problems, it has long been used as a natural medicine – especially for digestive problems. In this article, we’ll go through … Read more
Japanese peppermint oil – or simply Japanese mint oil – is derived from the Japanese mint (Mentha arvensis). Japanese peppermint oil is extracted from the above-ground parts of the plant and is produced by steam distillation. Japanese peppermint oil contains up to 95% menthol and is therefore used for numerous natural medicinal purposes – more … Read more
Caraway oil comes from Caraway (Carum carvi), a member of the Umbelliferae family. Caraway oil is extracted from dried caraway seeds and is produced by steam distillation. Caraway oil has an extremely long and rich history, largely characterized by superstition and a myriad of gastronomic and medicinal uses (although the latter are not scientifically proven). … Read more