Star anise is one of the important flavoring agents in Indian cuisine. It is used mainly in Byriani and other Chinese foods. It is notable for its aroma and medicinal values. It is rich in antioxidants which protects against cellular damage. Due to its strong aroma star anise oil is used in beauty, perfumery and cosmetics industry. It is also used to cure dry cough and influenza thereby enhancing the bodyâ??s immune system.
India and China constitute 70% of the cumin supply and they consume about 90 % of that. They are grown mostly in a tropical and sub-tropical climate. Cumin is also a flavoring agent and used for its Aroma and Flavour. Cumin seeds are said to improve digestion, fights inflammation and may promote weight loss. In southern India, Cumin powder is consumed by mixing it with water.
Peppermint oil has a very high level of menthol present in it, which makes it one of the best cooking oil. Due to its high medicinal content, it is the best option for pain relieving. It not only acts very fast but, when mixed with other essential oils it energizes and speeds up the performance of other oils. Actually, peppermint is a hybrid plant of watermint and spearmint and is said to be curing stomach problems like diarrhea, inflammation, indigestion, etc.. It is also used as both breath freshener and air freshener. The species Mentha piperita is widely used to produce peppermint oil. This oil is mainly extracted by steam distillation.
Tea tree oil has its origin in Australia, this oil is mainly used to treat Athleteâ??s foot, acne and mixed in small quantities with medicineâ??s to cure insect bites. The oxidized tea tree oils should not be used without proper knowledge. The oral intake of the oil can cause coma, diarrhea, vomiting and body weakness. So the oxidized form of this oil is avoided and diluted form is used in most cases. It is also used in the treatment of fungal and bacterial infections.
This plant is mainly grown in Asia due to its tropical climate. India is one of the countries where it is largely cultivated. Due to its powerful scent, this oil is most commonly used in perfumery industries, normally it is extracted by Steam distillation process. It is also used in cuts and wounds to reduce inflammation, it is also an aromatherapy oil which is used to reduce depression and improve mental benefits. In some areas, patchouli leaves are used in cooking and eaten as a vegetable.
Citronella is one of the species of Cymbopogon types. It is mainly used in cosmetic products like soap, deodorants, etcâ?¦ The Java type of this oil is said to be better for perfumery than Ceylon type. It is also used as a repellent for some insects like mosquitoes, body lice, leeches, and stable flies, etc. It is one of the most commonly used oils in aromatherapy as it helps in relieving headaches and fever.
Origins of this oil date back to 1000 years used by Egyptians, North Americanâ??s. This oil is used mainly for the skin treatment which is said to cure itching, dandruff, oily skin, acne, etcâ?¦ It is also used in aromatherapy where it reduces anxiety and nervous tension. The high concentration of this oil may irritate the skin hence should be avoided during pregnancy. The high yield of this oil is extracted by the steam distillation process.
Hibiscus oil is used mainly for hair growth due to its high vitamin c content. it is also rich in amino acids which strength and nourishes hair roots. It is also used in perfumery industry due to its fragrance. In INDIA leaves of Hibiscus is used in Ayurveda for treating ailments and health problems. When the applied in the skin it protects against the ultraviolet rays hence, it is also used as a cosmetic and skin care product. The proved results of Hibiscus oil showâ??s that it could heal wounds faster
Lemon oil is one of the popular flavoring agents due to its fresh smell. The origins of lemon oil go back to INDIA used in ancient times. The main applications of lemon oil are cosmetic and pharmaceutical sectors. It is an excellent agent for cleaning and detoxifying your body. It also stimulates the left side of the brain which is responsible for Logical thinking. And because of its strong, clean and fresh smell, it is used in spiritual uplifting. There is another important thing on using citrus oils as they are phototoxic it should not be used before going to direct sunlight â??The Lemon essential oil is second to none in its antiseptic and bactericidal propertiesâ?? -DR. JEAN VALNET [ FRENCH M.D]
In ancient times Rosemary oil is very popular and used by people in the Mediterranean region. Their uses include food preparations, wedding ceremonies and as an herbal product. Now a dayâ??s this oil is used mainly as a haircare and perfumery industries. This oil is not used as extensively in skin care when compared with hair care But, it does have some antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. In massage therapy, it is said to improve skin tone. The most common method of extraction used for this oil is steam distillation.
