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Eucalyptus has a clear, sharp, herbaceous, and camphorous aroma. Eucalyptus is cleansing, purifying, invigorating, and balancing. It is great for use in facial steam and clears congested and blemished skin. It has a cooling and deodorizing effect on the body, helping reduce fevers, migraines, and malaria. Eucalyptus oil is also very helpful in supporting the immune system (particularly the respiratory tract), as well as reducing headaches or muscular pains.

Sweet Orange has a fresh, sweet, uplifting, and orange aroma. It is an energizing oil that can help ease stress and anxiety. In skin care formulations, it can be helpful as a toner and in blends intended for oily skin. In household cleaning, it can help cut through grease and because of its antibacterial properties, it makes a wonderful addition to homemade cleaners.

Castor oil is a natural humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, helping to keep skin hydrated. It is rich in essential fatty acids and can be soothing for a variety of skin conditions. The oil has a high viscosity, making it good to use for hair treatments or to make DIY formulations thicker.

Argan Oil, also known as Moroccan Oil, is pressed from the nut of the Argan tree found in Morocco. It is valued for skin, hair and nail care due to the high content of essential fatty acids, vitamin E and other nutritional and moisturizing properties. It also contains antioxidants that are known to protect against free radicals and harmful UV rays. Its restorative properties make it the perfect treatment for dry scalp and hair, anti-aging and brittle nail care.

Avocado Oil is cold pressed from the fruit of the Avocado and is highly emollient and deeply penetrating. Rich in vitamins A, E and B which help promote natural collagen production and improve the skin’s tone and texture. This oil is high in potassium and sterolins which encourage epidermal cell turnover, making it ideal for anti-aging, dry and damaged skin formulations. Beneficial for burns, scars and skin conditions including eczema and psoriasis.

Baobab Oil is rich in vitamins A, C and E, sterols, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. These nutrients help skin regain its elasticity and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. This oil makes an excellent addition to skin care products for its anti-aging properties and UV protection. Baobab Oil is moisturizing and absorbs quickly making it beneficial for skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and acne. Excellent for all skin types.

Our Essential Oil Guide was created to give a deeper look at aromatherapy, essential oils, and essential oil safety tips. At Plantlife, we take great pride in providing 100% pure, therapeutic grade essential oils and take special care to select only the purest, highest quality oils as we believe in the healing benefits of aromatherapy that essential oils provide.

Black Currants are native to the United Kingdom & regions of Europe & Asia. The fruit has been traditionally sought after for jams, syrups & liqueurs but throughout history, Black Currants have been used medicinally. Today, Black Currant Seed Oil is now sought after due to the high content of Vitamin C & 15% GLA (gamma-Linolenic Acid) & over 70% essential fatty acids necessary for healthy skin & hair! Black Currant Oil absorbs quickly and is highly moisturizing.

Black Seed oil, also known as Black Cumin oil, contains many nutrient properties and is abundant in vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids. It quickly absorbs into the skin, making it a great skin or hair moisturizer. It's anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties and stable shelf life are beneficial in skin care formulations. Recommended for hair and mature, dry, normal and problem skin types

Borage seed oil is one of the richest sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that is essential to keep skin supple. This highly nourishing oil also contains important vitamins and minerals that make it an effective skin rejuvenator for mature and premature aging skin. Borage seed oil also contains anti-inflammatory properties, making it a good choice for joint swelling and arthritis.