Essential Oil (Uses and Benefits)

The essential oil of rosemary, one of the most popular and well-known essential oils, is extracted from Rosmarinus officinalis, from the flowering tops in the process of steam distillation. This wooded evergreen shrub is native to the mediterranean region and it is part of the mint family, with a woody, evergreen-like scent. Read more...

Rosehip oil, sometimes called rosehip seed oil, is extracted from the seeds of rose bushes that are predominantly grown in Chile, through a process of cold extraction. It is also scientifically known as Rosa moschata, which is the fruit left behind after a rose drops its petals. Read more...

Pomegranate seed oil is actually derived from the seeds of the pomegranate fruit, which has the scientific name of Punica granatum. However, you many wonder, what are pomegranate seeds? It comes from within the pomegranate fruit, within white layers of flesh that are divided into chambers. Read more...

The essential oil of pine is extracted from the needles of the Pinus sylvestris tree, through a process of steam distillation. It has a very woodsy and strong smell, much like the smell of forests and balsamic vinegar. Read more...

The essential oil of petitgrain is actually uniquely derived from Citrus Aurantium. Now, for those who are unfamiliar with the plant’s botanical or scientific name, it is actually derived from the refreshing orange fruit! Read more...

Did you know that peppermint, one of the most widely known and popular herbs available in the world today, is a hybrid of spearmint and watermint plant? Its essential oil is derived from steam distillation of the aerial parts of the plant and it is probably the most versatile essential oil, together with lavender oil! Read more...

The essential oil of patchouli is extracted from the large, evergreen perennial herb of the Labiatae family, thus making it a close cousin of the mint, lavender and sage plants, through a process of steam distillation. Read more...

The essential oil of parsley is extracted from the parsley plant, a popular and versatile herb that is popularly and widely used as a garnishing spice to add flavor to many culinary dishes, for more than 2000 years. The plant bears the scientific name of Petroselinum crispum, a fragrant herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. Read more...

Oregano essential oil is extracted from fresh oregano leaves, which bears the scientific name of Oreganum Vulgare, through a process of steam distillation. Oregano is actually a popular herb that is widely used as a garnishing spice to add flavor to many dishes. Read more...

Most of you would’ve known the common name of orange as it is widely used, literally everywhere from being fruits that you can eat, to being added in many beauty products such as lotions and shampoos as well as household products. However, did you know that the scientific name of orange is called Citrus sinensi? Read more...

Turmeric is well-known for endorsing a good health due to its myriad medicinal benefits. Its oil is derived from the rhizome (roots) of the turmeric plant, Curcuma longa, which is indigenous to Asia. You may know turmeric as the infamous spice used in most Asian cuisines, but its roots come packed with extensive nutrients and active compounds that provide numerous health benefits to those who continually use it! Read more...

Tarragon, or Artemisia dracunculus, as it is botanically known has an interesting meaning. The word dracunculus actually means “Little Dragon” and tarragon literally means that. This is aptly so, because tarragon is an effective agent to combat a wide range of illnesses. Read more...

The organic oil of moringa is extracted from the cold-pressing of the seeds of Moringa oleifera and it is also known as the drumstick tree or the “miracle tree”. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and it is known to have numerous health benefits. Read more...

We may know of onion as one of the main ingredients used in cooking and found in practically almost all recipes in a cooking book. Yes, that bulb-looking vegetable that will only make you cry as you attempt to cut it up. However, did you know that there is such a thing as onion essential oil too? Read more...

I’m sure most of you have heard of macadamias, one of the most popular varieties of nuts because of its rich, nutty flavour. However, did you know that an oil can also be derived from it? True enough, macadamia organic oil is derived from the cold compression of the macadamia nuts that are indigenous to Australia... Read more...