BITTER GOURD SEED OIL

INTRODUCTION

REPORTED BENEFITS

FATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

2.00 ? 4.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

20.00 ? 35.00

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

3.00 ? 9.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

7.00 ? 30.00

Alpha-Eleostearic Acid?C18:3 (9Z,11E,13E)

50.00 ? 65.00

Momordica charantia3914

BROCCOLI SEED OIL

ODOUR PROFILE

Slightly herbaceous, characteristic odour

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to golden yellow colored liquidFATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

1.00 ? 5.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

Maximum 2.00

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

5.00 ? 15.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

5.00 ? 15.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid?C18:3 (n-3)

9.00 ? 12.00

11-Eicosenoic Acid?C20:1 (n-9)

2.00 ? 10.00

Erucic Acid?C22:1 (n-9)

45.00 ? 60.00

Brassica oleracea var. italica6089

APPLE SEED OIL

ODOUR PROFILE

Mild, characteristic odourPHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to yellow green colored liquidFATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

4.00 ? 8.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

Maximum 5.00

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

28.00 ? 34.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

52.00 ? 64.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid?C18:3 (n-3)

Maximum 3.00

Arachidic Acid?C20:0

Maximum 3.50

Pyrus malus6066

APRICOT KERNEL OIL

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to golden yellow colored oily liquidODOUR PROFILE

Almost odorlessFATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid C16:0

3.00 ? 8.00

Palmitoleic Acid C16:1 (n-7)

Maximum 1.50

Stearic Acid C18:0

Maximum 3.50

Oleic Acid C18:1 (n-9)

58.00 ? 74.00

Linoleic Acid C18:2 (n-6)

20.00 ? 34.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid C18:3 (n-3)

Maximum 2.00

Prunus armeniaca3720

ARGAN OIL

Our organically crafted Argan Oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of the Argania spinosa trees growing in the arid valleys of southwestern Morocco. Popularly referred to as Liquid Gold, Argan Oil is prepared by hand in a traditional, labor-intensive method and extracted directly from the dough-like paste by kneading it until all the precious oil is squeezed out.Argan trees grow and tenaciously survive in semi-desert areas of the Mediterranean and are known to live up to 200 years. The deep roots and small leaves of the Argan tree allow it to resist arid winds and water loss, resulting in a nut with a unique oil profile. For centuries, women across the Mediterranean have used Argan Oil in their beauty regimen for vibrant, healthy-looking skin and hair.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESArgan Oil is gaining increasing attention by personal care manufacturers and the spa industry due to its impressive sterol and fatty acid composition. The oil is rich in Omega-6 Linoleic Acid and Omega-9 that help the skin maintain its elasticity as well as reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Argan Oil can also be helpful in treating acne and other skin ailments, including psoriasis, and it is perfect for nourishing dry hair and nails. Argan Oil improve the elasticity of the skin making it more supple and is recommended for inclusion in formulations intended to support maturing skin.

Argan Oil is often used on the skin, nail and hair, and works well in lotion and cream recipes, or when used alone. Unlike many commercially-available varieties of Argan Oil, ours is a high-quality oil with a mild, pleasant nutty aroma.FATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid C16:0

10.00 ? 15.00

Stearic Acid C18:0

4.00 ? 7.00

Oleic Acid C18:1 (n-9)

43.00 ? 50.00

Linoleic Acid C18:2 (n-6)

29.00 ? 37.00

Argania spinosa3899

AVOCADO OIL

ODOUR PROFILE

Almost odourless

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to green yellow colored liquidFATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

10.00 ? 25.00

Palmitoleic Acid?C16:1 (n-7)

2.00 ? 8.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

0.10 ? 0.40

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

60.00 ? 80.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

7.00 ? 20.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid?C18:3 (n-3)

0.20 ? 1.00

Persea americana3906

CADE OIL

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Dark-brown colored, viscous liquidODOUR PROFILE

Smoky, phenolic, tar-like odourJuniperus oxycedrus2868

CAJEPUT OIL

Our organically crafted Cajeput Essential Oil is steam distilled from the aromatic leaves and twigs of the Melaleuca cajuputi, a tree that is native to Australia. Also known as ‘White Tea Tree’, ‘White Wood’ and ‘Weeping Paperbark Tree’, Melaleuca cajuputi shares a wide range of properties with Eucalyptus and Tea Tree (they are both in the same genus, Melaleuca) in natural composition and aroma. Aromatically, Cajuput Essential Oil possesses fresh, fruity, sweet, herbaceous, camphor-like aroma. It blends well with many other Herbal & Ayurvedic Product > Essential & Aromatic Oils including those within the citrus, floral, mint and wood families.

The name Cajeput is derived from its Indonesian name, kayu putih or White Wood. The trees have a grey-white papery bark and gorgeous white, pink and purple flowers. Because of its beauty, the Cajeput trees are often used in landscape design and are also known as River Tea Trees, Weeping Tea Trees and Punk Tree. The Cajuput tree can grow up to 30 meters in height and is native to Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Java, and Australia.

REPORTED BENEFITS AND USES

Cajeput Essential Oil contains over 70% 1,8 Cineole and is well suited for use in a wide array of wellness applications and formulations intended to help support the immune system. This essential oil help support healthy lung and airway function, especially when looking to help reduce congestion caused by a cold or the flu, open up and clear the lungs and support the respiratory system if a mild infection seems to be present. Cajuput Oil is also useful when looking to ease minor pain, inflammation, and unwelcome muscle spasms. Cajeput Oil is often combined with various mints, and other botanicals to make lotions, balms and salves for the after-shocks of strenuous exercise. Additionally, this australian essential oil can also help support a healthy digestive system.

Emotionally and energetically, Cajeput Essential Oil uplifts and refreshes. This essential oil is calming and rejuvenating, especially during times of emotional fatigue and may help promote optimism and regaining a positive outlook. Gentle diffusion of Cajeput Oil in office environments – with or without other Herbal & Ayurvedic Product > Essential & Aromatic Oils – helps fight drowsiness and enliven the air with its dynamic, menthol-like aroma.Melaleuca cajuputi2870

AMARANTH SEED OIL

Amaranth is a tall, annual plant, native to South America, but now widely cultivated all across the world as a crop. The history of this plant goes back about 8,000 years ago when the Aztecs cultivated this crop and it was an indispensable part of their culinary, medicinal and spiritual practices. One Amaranth plant wields upto 160,000 grains which is used to extract both the oil and flour.

The Amaranth flour is gluten free makeing it suitable for people who have a gluten intolerancy (celiac disease). The Amaranth Oil (yield is around 5-8%), extracted using Supercritical CO2 extraction, is high in omega fatty acids and is valued for its ability to add temperature stability at both high and low temperatures.. Amaranth oil has a remarkably high content of natural squalene. The oil is a clean, yellow-goldish color, a pleasant aroma and is pourable at low temperatures.

REPORTED BENEFITS

Amaranth oil is loaded with life-sustaining, beauty-enhancing nutrients. Amaranth oil aids skin regeneration and helps in renewing the skin’s protective layer that absorbs UV rays and fight free radicals thus possessing the anti-aging properties. Amaranth oil is suitable for treatment of chronic skin dryness and its topical application smoothes and softens the skin, making it more elastic and supple.. The oil also has demonstrably proven anti-inflammatory qualities.

FATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

15.00 ? 25.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

2.00 ? 5.00

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

15.00 ? 30.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

40.00 ? 50.00

Amaranthus caudatus3702

CALAMUS OIL

Our organically crafted Calamus Root Oil is steam distilled from the rhizomes of the Acorus calamus, native to India, central Asia, southern Russia and Siberia, and parts of Eastern Europe. Often acclaimed as an ideal herb for meditation and introspection, Calamus is recommended by saints, yogis and Ayurvedic philosophers for enhancing the functions of the brain, improving memory power, increasing intellectual capacity and for stimulating proper circulation to the brain.

A water-loving plant native to marshy areas in the northern hemisphere, Calamus Root Oil‘s warm and spicy yet fresh scent makes it a unique and popular addition to cosmetic products. The primeval Egyptians trusted Calamus root as a potent aphrodisiac for its effectiveness in augmenting the health of the reproductive system. In Ayurvedic tradition, where it is known as Vacha, it is still used as an aphrodisiac. Calamus was added to wine in Europe and it also forms a part of absinthe. Calamus also has its name mentioned in the Old Testament and was talked about in Exodus as an element of the sacred anointing oil of the Bible.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USES

Calamus Essential Oil contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that are known to help reduce pain, redness, and swelling due to inflammation. When used in aromatherapy, Calamus Root Oil creates a tranquilizing effect and the person using it feels a sedative effect. This essential oil effectively provides relief from pain, like chronic back pain. Calamus Oil also alleviates mental stress and rejuvenates the senses during periods of situational anxiety and/or depression.Acorus calamus2879