Stinging Nettle Seed Oil

Stinging Nettle Seed Oil

Urtica dioica, known as Stinging Nettle, is widespread throughout Europe, America and Asia in different areas from temperate to tropical and it is easily adapted to many climatic conditions. Stinging Nettle has a biologically valuable source of active ingredients. The plant is rich in essential amino acids, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates and carotenoids. Linoleic and linolenic acids are the main fatty acids of the oil. With its fatty acid content, it may help to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Nettle, which is widely used in folk medicine, has been observed to have pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, hypoglycemic, antifungal, antiviral and immunomodulatory [1,2].

Directions:

 Stinging Nettle Seed oil can be used alone or blended with your other favorite base oil.

This oil is edible and also excellent for hair and skin.

This oil is suitable for all skin types

Topically,  It is used in cosmetic and massage applications with emollient, moisturizing, nourishing and soothing properties.

This oil is ideal for dry, dull or fragile hair.

Suggested Uses:

Add to a 30 ml bottle: 20 ml Jojoba oil, 5ml Stinging Nettle Seed oil and 5 ml Laurel Berry oil, 3 drops Ylang Ylang essential oil, 2 drops Fine Lavender essential oil and 3 drops Rosemary essential oil, then shake to mix well. Use this serum as a hair conditioner. Apply serum on your scalp and hair. Gentle massage with fingertips using a circular motion,  20 minutes to a couple of hours prior to a hair wash.

Warning & Safety Requirements:

• If you are pregnant or lactating, please consult with your doctor before using any product containing essential oils.
• Do not use it internally, unless directed by a licensed Aromatherapist or Physician.
• Not suitable for children.

Storage Conditions:

Store oils in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

References:

• [1]. Di Virgilio, N., Papazoglou, E.G., Jankauskiene, Z., Di Lonardo, S., Praczyk, M., Wielgusz, K. The potential of sting-ing nettle (Urtica dioica L.) as a crop with multiple uses. Ind. Crops Prod. 68, 42–49. 2015.
• [2]. Ilies, D. C.,  Tudor, I. and Radulescu, V. Chemical composition of the essential oil of Urtica dioica. Chemistry of Natural Compounds 48(3):506. 2012.