Grapeseed oil is extracted from the seeds of grapes, typically wine grapes. While grapes are one of the most popular fruits in the world, just about everyone tosses out their seeds, but experts say those seeds may actually be the healthiest part of the grape. The seeds are loaded with powerful antioxidants and natural plant compounds known as oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes. Grapeseed oil also contains a high level of compounds called procyanidin dimers that act as aromatase inhibitors, which is believed to be another way they may help prevent and treat cancer. The oil has two primary uses, including cosmetic and culinary applications. When purchasing it to use as a food, you’ll need to check to make sure it’s marked as food grade – such as this culinary grapeseed oil. There are numerous ways to use it as a food – culinary grapeseed oil has a very high smoking point, so it’s good for frying food without overpowering other flavors, and it can also be used in dressings and sauces. Grapeseed oil is especially popular for cosmetic use. In fact, you might see it as an ingredient in products on store shelves, like sunscreen, moisturizing cream and a host of other beauty-related items. It’s believed to assist in skin repair and offers antiseptic as well as mildly astringent properties. Learn More

Bitter Gourd was originated in India and was introduced in 14th century in China. It was believed to be brought by slave trade to Brazil from Africa. It is used widely in South Asia, East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines. Bitter gourd has high content of phosphorus and possesses a bitter taste. It is useful for diabetic people as it activates liver, spleen and also purifies blood. The oil is extracted by using cold pressed method. Bitter gourd oil has main constituents such as conjugated linoleic acid (Alpha-ESA) which is also called Eleostearic acid. Learn More

Tomato seed oil is the carrier oil that has been obtained from the seed of tomatoes which is found along with pulp. Botanical Name: Solanum Iycopersicum Common Method of Extraction:Cold pressed Parts Used: Seed Aroma: Strong tangy tomato aroma but varies in intensity. Learn More

iFRAGRANCE INDIA is the manufacturer of Ridged gourd ( Turai ) Oil. It is extracted from the cold pressed process. It is 100% Pure & Natural carrier oil. Here's some Wonderful Health Benefits Of Ridge Gourd 1.Enhances Vision 2.Remedies Anemia 3.Promotes Weight Loss 4.Relieves Constipation 5.Protects Liver Function Learn More

Jojoba oil is a liquid wax extracted from the nut of an indigenous American shrub that goes by the scientific name Simmondsia chinensis, a misnomer as the plant has nothing to do with China. The shrubby tree still grows wild in the United States, mainly in the arid regions of the Southwestern states. Learn More

Occassionaly sold under the enchanting Chinese name of May chang, this essential oil is more commonly marketed under its botanical name of Litsea cubeba, and this is how we offer it at Quinessence. It is also occasionally referred to as Exotic Verbena or Tropical Verbena, although despite the references to verbena the plant is not related in any way to true verbena (Lippia citriodora). The association to this name would appear to be due to the similarity in fragrance. rom the Lauraceae family, Litsea cubeba is a small deciduous tree that grows to a height of 5 to 8 metres (16-26 feet), with a smooth trunk measuring 6-20 centimetres (2.5 to 8 inches) in diameter. Sometimes known as the Mountain Spice Tree and Chinese Pepper, the tree bears white or pale yellow, lemon-scented flowers, and small fruits which are similar in shape to small peppers, from which the word ‘cubeb’ is derived. Measuring between 4 to 6 millimetres in diameter, the aromatic fruits are almost spherical in shape and green in colour, turning red then dark brown upon ripening. When dried, these small fruits look like large, dried black peppers and provide the source of the essential oil, although oil can be extracted from the flowers, branches, bark, roots and leaves too. The oil derived from these parts of the plant do not have the same odour as the fruits. The essential oil is extracted by steam distillation of the fresh fruits, and yields a pale yellow liquid with a fresh, intensely lemon fragrance with fruity and spicy undertones. For many people, the aroma brings back happy memories of sherbet-lemon sweets! Its lemon fragrance is similar to, but much sweeter and more refined than lemongrass, which has grassy, fishy and fatty backnotes. Due to this lemon sweetness, essential oil of litsea cubeba is used extensively in the perfumery, cosmetic and flavouring industries. Learn More

macadamia nuts, which are one of the most popular varieties of nuts, due to their rich flavor and high nutrient profile. However, what’s even more valuable is the macadamia nut oil that can be extracted from these nuts for a number of uses. The fatty acid composition of macadamia nut oil makes it extremely valuable as a vegetable oil for frying or cooking; it is composed of nearly 60% oleic acid, as well as significant levels of palmitoleic acid and smaller amounts of linoleic acid. Although many people consider “fats” to be bad across the board, the truth of the matter is that we need certain monounsaturated fats to balance our cholesterol levels and ensure that our bodies run smoothly. Macadamia nut oil is available in many places around the world, although it isn’t as popular as other alternative vegetable oils. Macadamia nut oil is clear to slightly amber in color and retains a slightly nutty flavor, as macadamia nuts are quite strong in their flavor. In terms of uses, macadamia nut oil is used in culinary applications (typically as a frying oil), but also in certain cosmetics for the hair and skin. The composition of the acid makes it very stable, which is why it is so highly praised in cosmetic applications. Learn More

Watermelon seed oil is also known as Ootanga oil which is actually extracted by the process of compression of seeds of the watermelon fruit. It is quite found in West Africa and now have migrated to almost every part of the world. At iFragrance.com, we make sure you get the best Ootanga Oil. • We manufacture totally Natural and 100% pure Ootanga oil. • There is no chemical usage in any products. • We make sure our products are always monitored and always the purest. • We have a very hygienic atmosphere for the bestproducts. • We provide the safest way of filtration of all our essential oils, which makes them the finest. • We are the biggest supplier of essential oils. • Our site features a live chat support. • We have a 24 x 7 service. Learn More

Walnut oil is a nut oil obtained from walnuts. Depending on the varieties of walnuts, there are some types of walnut oils. It is a good source of omega – 3 fatty acids, which are essential fatty acids. So the body needs to get them from diet. Walnut oil has a nutty flavor and a light aroma. Walnut oil makes a nice base oil ( carrier oil ) for massage and aromatherapy uses. It is used as a cosmetic ingredient in many skin care products. This oil has immense nutritional value and is safe to be taken in diet. Almond oil comes from the most common walnut species Juglans regia, which is known as the common walnut or the English walnut. The oil can be obtained via solvent extraction or cold pressing. The cold pressed organic walnut oil is best for health. The demand for walnut oil has decreased in recent time, which has led to lower production. Most of the production today comes from France. Another kind of walnut oil is the black walnut oil which is obtained from black walnuts, Juglans nigra. Black walnut oil has got its own unique combination of health benefits, which are quite different from the common walnut oil. Black walnut is more of a medicinal herb and its oil too possesses many medicinal properties. Walnut trees are probably native to Himalayas. Presently in Central Asia in Kyrgyzstan, there are complete forests of walnuts. This leads to tremendous production of walnuts. Learn More

Wheat germ oil is derived from the germ of the wheat berry, which is the nutrient-dense core that feeds the plant as it grows. This also means that the majority of usable chemicals and compounds are found in this germ. Since oil makes up roughly 10-14% of the wheat germ, which is an agricultural byproduct, so extract processes like pressing and solvent extraction are used. The more refined wheat germ oil is, the fewer usable nutrients it contains for human health. The uses of wheat germ oil are in culinary applications, but generally, this specialty oil is used for medicinal and therapeutic purposes. The many benefits of this oil come from the rich supply of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids it contains, as well as vitamins A, E, B, and D and other volatile compounds and antioxidants. However, it is important to note that wheat germ oil has approximately 8 times more omega-6 (linoleic acid) fatty acids than omega-3 (gamma-linolenic) fatty acids, which is far from the ideal 1:1 ratio of these fats. Learn More

Pumpkin seed oil is derived from the unhusked seeds of pumpkin and has been traditionally made in parts of Europe for more than 300 years. Cucurbita pepo is the taxonomic name of pumpkins, but there are dozens of cultivars and subspecies from which this oil is now made. The oil is pressed from these seeds and then used for a wide variety of culinary, and medicinal applications, and is now available in many parts of the world. The oil is either a dark green or a deep red, depending on the thickness of the oil, but when the oil begins to brown, it takes on a bitter taste. In culinary applications, it is used as a salad dressing, in desserts, or even added to soups and stews for a nutty sweetness. However, due to its low smoke point, it is not used as a cooking oil. Heating the oil would neutralize the polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats that are found in such significant quantities in this oil, including oleic, linoleic, palmitic, stearic, linolenic and other fatty acids. Learn More

Jojoba oil is a liquid wax extracted from the nut of an indigenous American shrub that goes by the scientific name Simmondsia chinensis, a misnomer as the plant has nothing to do with China. The shrubby tree still grows wild in the United States, mainly in the arid regions of the Southwestern states. The Jojoba nut has been used by the Native American tribes from time immemorial, its common name coming from ‘Hohowi’, the O’odham name for the nut. They used a paste of the nut for skin and hair care, and the whole nuts as survival food in emergencies. Wildlife also have their fill of both the leaves and the nuts which also go by common names like deer nut, goat nut, pignut etc., but the wax that constitutes nearly 50% of the nut is generally indigestible. It passes unchanged through the digestive tract of mammals, including humans, making this edible oil an effective laxative. Jojoba oil is unique in that, unlike most other vegetable oils, it closely resembles sebum, a waxy substance produced by our skin glands, so it can act as a natural skin conditioner. Learn More

Hazelnuts come from the Hazel (Corylus) tree, and are also called “cobnuts” or “filbert nuts.” The tree is native to the Northern Hemisphere, has rounded leaves with serrated edges, and very small pale yellow or red flowers that bloom in spring. The nuts themselves grow on the trees in husks, then fall out when ripe, about 7-8 months after pollination. The kernel is edible in many ways—raw, roasted, minced, sliced, powdered, or ground into a paste. Hazelnuts are used to make praline, Frangelico liqueur, hazelnut butter, and pastes (like Nutella), and are often added to candies and truffles. The oil is also used for cooking. Learn More

Sweet almond oil is the essential oil of sweet almonds that is extracted through an oil distillation process but can also be extracted with an almond kernel press. When this concentrated oil is isolated, it is packed with saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats, the latter two in notably higher levels than the former. This oil is particularly high in vitamin E, supplying over 200% of your daily requirement in 100 grams of this oil. Due to the rich nutrient density of sweet almond oil, it is used as a home remedy for dozens of different conditions, with very few side effects. Sweet almond oil can be used topically and internally, but this isn’t the only variant of this oil. Bitter almond oil comes from bitter almonds, and also contains other chemicals that can be toxic when consumed in large concentrations. Learn More

The Prime Evening Rose is one of the best solutions for a healthy body and a healthy mind. It is known for the ability of balancing the hormones and even cure any kind of menopausal symptoms. It even provides a lot of benefits to your hair, health as well as your skin if it is used regularly and properly. It is such a plant which is taken from the dainty yellow flowers during the spring or summer seasons. iFragrance is known to produce the best prime evening rose oil. If you are willing to buy it, here a few reasons of why you should actually go for it: Learn More

Galangal essential oil is a hot oil and must be used with a carrier when applying to the skin. Being a hot oil, it will have aphrodisiac qualities and will tend to arouse especially when blended with ginger, cinnamon, and clove. Galangal Oil is warming, stimulating and antiseptic. Galangal essential oils scent is fresh, spicy and woody. Use Galangal Essential Oil when life is feeling a burden and you need a lift. Child like feelings can come back to you and life can seem fun again. A local spice in Indonesia is called false galanga (Kaernpferia galanga). Learn More

The essential oil of camphor is obtained during the process of extraction of camphor from two types of camphor trees. The first one is the Common Camphor tree, bearing the scientific name Cinnamomum camphora, from which the common camphor is obtained. The second variety is the Borneo Camphor tree, which is where Borneo Camphor is derived; it is scientifically known as Dryobalanops camphora. The camphor oil obtained from both have similar properties, but they differ slightly in aroma and in the concentration of various compounds found in them. The various components of camphor essential oil are alcohol, borneol, pinene, camphene, camphor, terpene, and safrol. The health benefits of camphor essential oil include its properties as a stimulant, antispasmodic, antiseptic, decongestant, anesthetic, sedative, and nervous pacifier. It also acts as an antineuralgic, anti-inflammatory, disinfectant, and insecticide. Learn More

Cade is a species of juniper grown in rocky areas across the Mediterranean. Also known as juniper tar, cade oil has antiseptic, antimicrobial and fungicidal properties and has been used since the nineteenth century to sooth skin and scalp complaints such as psoriasis, dandruff and eczema. Cade oil has a strong smoky, woodsy aroma. Cade oil is produced through distillation of the wood. The distillate is left to sit for 15-20 days after which it will have separated into three layers - a bottom layer of tar, an aqueous layer and the top layer of essential oil, which we use. The oil is a deep reddish brown in colour and is sometimes known as 'nature's coal tar'. Learn More

Cajuput essential oil is extracted from the twigs and leaves of the Cajuput tree. The scientific name of the Cajuput tree is Melaleuca Cajuputi. The chief components of Cajuput Oil are Caryophyllene, Alpha Pinene, Beta Pinene, Limonene, Alpha Terpinene, Alpha Terpineol, Gamma Terpinene, Terpinolene, Terpineol, Cineole, Cymene, Linalool, and Myrcene. The process of extracting Cajuput Oil involves steam distillation of its twigs and leaves, which is quite similar to that of extracting Eucalyptus Oil. Learn More

You will love the smell of fresh cut cucumbers in this oil! Cucumber Seed Oil is rapidly absorbed leaving no greasy feel, balancing, highly moisturizing and encourages skin cell regeneration. cold pressed dried and cleaned cucumber seeds, virgin and unrefined. Unlike refined Cucumber Seed oil, this unrefined oil has a much stronger aroma. An extraordinary beneficial base oil rich in phytosterols, tocopherols, tocotrienols, and fatty acids, Cucumber Seed Oil is remarkable for mature skin promoting the reduction of wrinkles and an excellent addition in anti-aging formulations. Recommended usage 25%; consider blending with Prickly Pear oil for nurturing mature skin. Cucumber is highly moisturizing for dry, dehydrated, damaged and irritated skin. Anti-inflammatory properties from Omega 6 fatty acids in Cucumber Seed Oil are said to soothe eczema and psoriasis. Learn More

our may not recognize the name calendula, but perhaps you have heard of marigolds, which is the broad classification of the flowering plants found within this genus. Calendula officianalis is the most common species within the genus, but all possess certain compounds and substances that make them valuable in certain parts of the world. You may hear the name marigold in reference to a different genus, but it specifically refers to 15-20 different species of pot marigold found throughout Western Europe, the Mediterranean region, and parts of southern Asia. In terms of the parts of these small, yellow-flowered plants that are consumed, the petals are edible and have traditionally been used in soups and stews and salads, while a powerful chemical extract can be removed from the stems and leaves of calendula plants. This extract is rich in a variety of organic compounds, including glycosides, saponins, and other powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. Learn More

Caraway is from the Umbelliferae family. It is closely related to anise, dill, fennel and cumin. It originated in Asia Minor but is now cultivated in Egypt, Northern Europe and Russia. Caraway use has a long history. Caraway seeds have been in use for 5,000 years and have been used in cooking and baking since the beginning of recorded history. Carway seeds have been found in fossils and buried in clay pots in Egypt. The Egyptians have been using it since the Pharaohs age as a flavoring. Ancient Romans used it in bread. Greek physicians used the seeds to aid digestion. During the Middle Ages, it was used widely by the Germans and Austrians in cooking as well as for the medicinal properties. In the 1800s, crushed seeds were used to help manage leprosy. Europeans have used it in facial creams to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and beautify skin. Learn More

Argan oil is produced from a the nut of the Argan tree, which only grows in Southwestern Morocco. Local Berber women work in fair-trade cooperatives where they hand-crack the nuts in between two stones, a technique they’ve used for centuries. Instead of being put through a machine, the raw kernels are hand-extracted from the hard shell, hand-ground in a stone grinder, hand-kneaded for hours and first cold-pressed into the oil. It takes one woman three days to make just one liter of oil. This is why argan oil is so valuable. Natives of Morocco’s Argan Forest, which was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1998, have pressed the nut to extract its precious oil, for use as a dietary supplement, wound healing, and to nourish the skin and hair. What makes the oil so beneficial, is that it’s rich with vitamins A, C and E, as well as being loaded with antioxidants, linoleic acid and omega-6 fatty acids. When applied externally, it can help boost cell production which results in healthier skin and hair – that’s why you may have noticed that among the list of ingredients in many high-end beauty products, Argan oil is often included. Learn More

Apricot kernel oil is derived from the kernel (e.g. seed, pit) of an apricot, the fruit of the apricot tree, scientifically known as Prunus armeniaca. While there are a number of different species called apricot, they have very similar nutrient profiles, as does the oil contained within their kernels. Using a cold-pressing method, apricot kernel oil can be removed from the hard pit in the center of the fruit. This oil is quite light and has a nutty, aromatic flavor, making it a popular addition to many culinary efforts in certain parts of the world. In some cases, people replace almond oil with apricot kernel oil for cooking and medicinal purposes. There is a high concentration of oil in each kernel and has likely been in use for thousands of years, given its multiple applications in Chinese traditional medicine. There are two different varieties of apricot kernel oil – one used for cosmetic purposes and the other for culinary consumption. This oil has high levels of vitamin E, vitamin K, and a number of powerful antioxidants, such as caffeic acid and various catechins, all of which leads to the many health benefits of this oil. Learn More

Avocado oil is derived from the avocado fruit, from a tree bearing the scientific name Persea Americana, native to Mexico. This cooking and medicinal oil is pressed from the fruit and used in a wide variety of ways. As a cooking oil, it is highly sought after because it has a very high smoke point – 520 degrees F for unrefined oil. This means that it is very difficult to compromise or neutralize many of the chemicals and nutrients, making it healthy even when frying food in the oil. However, as an element of natural health practices and cosmetic products, it delivers monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats to the body, which are the “good” forms of cholesterol. Additionally, the many health benefits associated with avocado oil are due to the high levels of vitamin A, thiamin, folate and riboflavin, among other antioxidant compounds. People often use avocado oil when suffering from high blood pressure, skin conditions, chronic disease, oxidative stress, arthritis, obesity, high cholesterol, poor vision, gingivitis, inflammatory issues and nutrient deficiencies, as well as people who are at a high risk of developing cancer. Learn More