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
Cedarwood oil is mainly used in industry as a fragrance and for its pesticidal properties. It is also used to “revitalize” various wood products (e.g. furniture, fences, flooring, etc.). Although there is no scientific evidence of cedarwood oil’s effect on health, some people use it for medicinal purposes. In aromatherapy, cedarwood oil is used especially … Read more
Citronella oil is sometimes also called citronella oil, which comes from the English term citronella oil. The oil is extracted from lemongrass, which is particularly familiar from Asian cuisine. Citronella oil is mainly used as an insect repellent – but not in the EU, where it is banned. In relation to human health, citronella oil … Read more
The characteristic scent that spreads when you peel an orange or lemon is citrus oil. This is because most of the oil in citrus fruits is in the peel. If you squeeze a piece of peel from a citrus fruit between your fingers, the pure citrus oil will also deposit on your fingers and give … Read more
Pine needle oil, also known as fir oil, is extracted by steam distillation of needles, small branches and cones from a number of trees in the Pine genus (Pinus)– especially from the Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) species. Pine needle oil is mainly used for cleaning and disinfection due to its antibacterial properties and fresh scent. … Read more
Castor oil is the same as: Palm kernel oil Castor oil American oil Background Ricin Castor beans contain ricin, which is a toxic protein. During the production of castor oil, the oil is heated, which neutralizes the protein and thus eliminates the harmful effects. People who work in the harvesting of castor beans – and … Read more
Pomegranate oil is extracted by cold pressing and comes from the seeds of pomegranates (Punica granatum). It takes over 200 kilograms of fresh pomegranates to produce 1 kilogram of pomegranate oil. Although the properties of pomegranate oil have been investigated in many studies, there is no scientific evidence that the oil can be used to … Read more
Eucalyptus oil is well known for its fresh, uplifting aroma. Eucalyptus oil is extracted from fresh or partially dried leaves and young twigs of eucalyptus trees. Eucalyptus oil also has a long and rich history of being used for many different purposes, including some medicinal ones that are not necessarily scientifically proven. In this article you … Read more