This is an oil extracted from Sandalwood trees. These are 40-80 year old trees which are then cut into pieces of wood and the oil extracted by means of steam distillation. The older the tree, the more oil that can be extracted. The Sandalwood tree is considered holy and used for various religious rituals, especially […]
Category: Essential Oils
Opoponax Essential Oil
Opoponax essential oil is organic and commonly known as “sweet myrrh”, like the name suggests, it is used for various purposes. The species of the plant (Opoponax chromium and Opoponax hispidus Griseb) from where it is extracted comes from different native East African countries and just to name a few, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya. It […]
Jamaican Black Castor Oil: Eyebrows, Eyelashes, Hair and Skin Care
The castor plant origin has been traced back to Ethiopia, however based on archeological findings its use was first documented by the ancient Egyptians. Historians have found documentation showing the production of black castor oil in Egypt dating back to many centuries ago. The Egyptians would roast the castor seeds, and then collect the oil […]
FRANKINCENSE AND MYRRH OILS
Frankincense oil is extracted from a specific set of gum trees, or resin from Frankincense or Olibanum trees. It is used for a variety of health benefits because it has various beneficial properties: Carminative, disinfectant, sedative, tonic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, antiseptic and vulnerary. Myrrh oil, on the other hand, is extracted from the resin and […]
Sjorgren’s Syndrome and Flaxeed Oil
Flaxseed which is sometimes called linseed, is a part of the flax plant, a well known crop that has been cultivated for many decades. The plant is believed to have originated in Egypt and then taken to other parts of the world for use. The different parts of the plant are manufactured and used for […]
HEALING PROPERTIES OF BIO OIL
Bio oil was originated by the South African based, German chemist Dieter Beier. Beier has done extensive work within the skincare industry having been behind the origination of other top cosmetic products on the world market. His work and research within the oil based skin care industry started in the 1970s. During this time he […]
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
The Camellia Oleifera seed oil is also known as Tea Seed oil. It is extracted from the seeds of Camellia Sinensis, the plant from which a lot of tea is made. This oil is packed with many beneficial properties. It can be used for cooking and also cosmetically. It has many other health benefits as we […]
Hair and Skin Benefits of Pomegranate Seed Oil
As its name suggests, pomegranate seed oil is sourced from seeds found within the fruit of the pomegranate tree (Punical granatum). Within each pomegranate fruit are several compartments, separated by a white layer of spongy tissue. Each compartment of the fruit is packed with numerous tiny red sacs, which are semi-transparent and filled with juicy […]
ALOE VERA ESSENTIAL OIL FOR REJUVENATED SKIN
Historical records show that the Aloe Vera is one of the oldest plants used for its healing properties. Ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Chinese used the Aloe Vera for the treatment of medical problems such as burns, wounds, and fever. Today the Aloe Vera oil is one of the go to essential […]
YLANG-YLANG OIL FOR ANXIETY RELATED ISSUES
The Ylang Ylang tree’s origins have been traced to Indonesia and the Philippines. The amazing aroma healing and soothing effects of this oil have led to it being utilized for many purposes in these countries for decades. The flowers have been used for skin care, hair care among many other things. All parts of […]