Turmeric Root Essential oil, Thai

• Turmeric Root 100% Pure Essential Oil, Thailand
• Botanical Name: Curcuma longa
• Origin: Thailand
• Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
• Parts used: Root/Rhizome
• Color: Yellow/Orange to Orange
• Perfumery Note: Middle/Base
• Consistency: Thin
• Aromatic Description: Fresh, Earthy, Spicy, Woody, with a hint of fruitiness
• Blends well with: Cardamom, Cinnamon Bark, Cistus, Clary Sage, Clove, Ginger, Grapefruit, Nutmeg, Blood Orange, Patchouli, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang
• Initial Strength: Medium
• Class: Ketone
• 100% Pure & Natural Essential Oil

Turmeric essential oil uses abound in traditional medicine and aromatherapy for the health and cosmetic benefits derived from this oil. Turmeric Essential Oil has been used in a wide range of therapies from pain in the joints to improving digestion and protecting wounds while they heal. It is viewed as a strong relaxant and emotional balancer. It also has historical applications as an insecticide, antiseptic and for skin care use against acne and facial hair in women.

Turmeric essential oils affect the body in two ways. When applied to the skin, it directly benefits the skin and also penetrates through the follicles and sweat glands and are then absorbed into the body. Once inside the body, they have many beneficial effects including:

Accelerating toxin elimination / Promoting new cell growth / Stimulating the immune system / Stimulating digestion / Stimulating blood circulation

Turmeric oil is known to assist in avoiding hair loss, particularly male pattern baldness. This action is additionally related to its anti-oxidation as well as anti-inflammatory qualities. Turmeric oil is additionally utilized in numerous skincare formulas for making skin appear younger. It protects the skin from harmful bodies and gives a flawless fair complexion.

Curcumin is a yellow orange compound most known for its anticancer ability. It is found in turmeric root/rhizome oleoresin, supplements and CO2 extracts but is not collected in the oil during the steam distillation process. However, turmeric oil has curcumene and plenty of other antioxidants which counteracts the free radicals known to hasten ageing process and its helps in maintaining a young look. Its antimicrobial properties help to prevent and also treat acne and other skin infections.

In the cosmetic industry, it is used in anti-spot and anti-marks creams. Other skin issues that turmeric essential oil addresses include wounds, eczema, wrinkles, pigmentation of skin, pimples, acne, psoriasis, cuts, burns and other skin infections.

Note: Most essential oils cannot be taken internally, but even when they can, essential oils are highly concentrated and require dilution, special training and caution that Aroma & More does not yet provide. You can never drink any essential oils at 100% strength or diluted in water-based liquids. 

Caution: Taken internally or in large amounts externally may magnify the effects of diabetic medications. Diabetics should consult a doctor before taking Turmeric in any form. Essential oils can be harmful if used improperly. Information is provided for educational purposes only. It is up to the customer to determine if the product is right for their intended purpose. Special consideration should be made before applying essential oils to pregnant women, children or the elderly. If under a doctor's care, please consult the physician before using essential oils. If applying to skin essential oils must be diluted correctly and Aroma & More recommends testing on a small area of skin to check for reaction before attempting a full body massage. Claims have not been evaluated by the FDA.