Garlic Essential oil
Garlic Essential Oil is an oil extract made either by infusing vegetable oil with garlic or by distilling garlic (Allium sativum) to produce a concentrated essential oil. It is widely used for culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic purposes.
Garlic Essential Oil (Steam-Distilled)
- Highly concentrated
- Used in aromatherapy, supplements, and natural remedies
- Not for direct culinary use unless extremely diluted
Health Benefits
- Antibacterial & Antiviral: Helps fight infections
- Cardiovascular Health: May reduce cholesterol and support heart health
- Anti-inflammatory: Useful in joint or skin inflammation
- Antioxidant: Supports immune system and detoxification
- Ear infections: A few drops of diluted garlic oil are traditionally used
Usage Tips
- Topical: Always dilute essential oil with a carrier oil before applying to skin
- Dietary Supplement: Available in capsule form
- Cooking: Infused oil adds rich, aromatic garlic flavor (avoid overheating to preserve flavours
Garlic Essential oil
Garlic essential oil is extracted from the garlic plant (Allium Sativum) via steam distillation, producing a strong, yellow-coloured oil.
The garlic plant is part of the onion family and native to South Asia, Central Asia and northeastern Iran, and it has been used around the world as a key ingredient in alternative medicines for centuries.
Whilst garlic is perhaps more closely associated with the culinary industry and is often used as a base ingredient for countless dishes, it holds a special place in aromatherapy, with many using it to treat a wide variety of conditions.
Key Features of Garlic Essential Oil:
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Botanical Name: Allium sativum
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Extraction Method: Steam distillation of crushed garlic cloves
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Color: Yellow to orange-red
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Aroma: Strong, pungent, and sulfurous (characteristic garlic odor)
Health & Therapeutic Benefits:
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Antibacterial & Antiviral: Fights harmful bacteria and viruses effectively.
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Cardiovascular Support: Helps reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
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Antifungal: Useful in treating fungal infections like athlete’s foot or candida.
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Immunity Booster: Enhances the body's resistance to infections.
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Detoxifying: Stimulates liver detoxification processes.
🛠️ Uses:
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Aromatherapy (with caution due to strong odor)
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Topical application (heavily diluted)
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Massage oils (blend with carrier oils like coconut or jojoba)
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Natural pesticides and insect repellents
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Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations
⚠️ Precautions:
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Always dilute before topical use (recommended dilution: less than 0.5%)
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Not suitable for diffusers unless heavily blended with other oils
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Avoid use during pregnancy or on sensitive skin
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Perform a patch test before application
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