Apricot kernel oil is also called “apricot oil” and is extracted from apricot kernels (containing 40-50% oil) by direct pressing or cold pressing. Apricot kernel oil is very similar to peach oil because they are both extracted from the kernels of the fruit and also have a similar aroma. Apricot kernel oil is mainly used … Read more
Avocado oil has a high vitamin E content, which makes it very useful in skincare products. In the world of gastronomy, avocado oil is a great alternative to olive oil, especially because it can withstand higher heat and is therefore more suitable for frying. In this article you can read about the many properties and … Read more
Basil oil is mainly used in cosmetics, aromatherapy and gastronomy. In some cultures, basil oil is also used to treat illness – a practice that is neither scientifically proven nor recognized in the Western world. In this article, we have tried to gather the scientific data available on the properties of basil oil in relation … Read more
Bergamot oil is extracted from the peel of the citrus fruit bergamot (Citrus aurantium ssp. bergamia or simply Citrus bergamia), also known as bergamot orange. Bergamot is mainly grown in southern Italy and is extracted by cold pressing. Although there is no scientific evidence of bergamot oil’s effect on the human psyche, some people use … 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
Coconut oil has become extremely popular in recent years for many good reasons; several experts agree that it can be used for weight loss, better skin and hair, and even improve our brain function! In this article you can read about the following: 40 ways to use coconut oil 1. Weight loss: Coconut oil can … Read more
Flaxseed oil comes from common flax (Linum usitatissimum), a plant in the flax family. Flaxseed oil is extracted from the dried seeds of common flax by cold pressing. However, flaxseed oil used for industrial purposes is extracted in a different way. Flaxseed oil is primarily used as a dietary supplement and is especially known for … 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
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