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Profile :
A perennial or biennial
herb up to 1.2m high with hollow leaves and a flowering stem, and a
globe-like fleshy bulb. The essential oil is produced mainly in France,
Germany and Egypt from the ‘red’ onion.
Uses:
Anthelmintic, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antisclerotic,
antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, depurative,
digestive, diuretic, expectorant, fungicidal, hypoglycemic, hypotensive,
stomachic, tonic, vermifuge. Onion has a sound reputation for correcting
glandular imbalance and weight problems; it also improved lymphatic
drainage, which is often responsible for edema and puffiness. Hollands
gin, in which onions have been macerated, is given as a cure for gravel
and dropsy. It is high in Vitamin A, B, and C and shares many of the
properties of garlic, to which it is closely related. Raw onion helps to
keep colds and infections at bay, promotes strong bones and a good
supply to all the tissues. It acts as an effective blood cleanser that,
along with the sulfur it contains, helps to keep the skin clear and in
good condition. A roasted onion is a useful application to tumors or
earache. Used in some pharmaceutical preparations for colds, coughs,
etc. The oil is used extensively in most major food categories,
especially meats, savouries, salad dressings, as well as alcoholic and
soft drinks.
General
Information:
Consistency:
Thin
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: None Known.
Aromatic Scent: Onion has a strong, unpleasant, sulphuraceous
odor that is not recommended for aromatherapy.
Onion Oil Cautions -
Onion
essential oil is generally non-toxic, a non-irritant, with possible
sensitization in some. |
Common Name - Onion
Botanical Name -
Allium cepa
Country of Origin - India
Parts Used -
Bulb
Extraction - Carbon
Dioxide
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Essential oils packing:
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5 ml, 10
ml, 25 ml or any pack asked by customer. Minimum order in our label 1000
and in private label 5000
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Bulk
packing is also available.
All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural essential oils, of
therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our
products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
Onion Essential oils and aromatherapy
products can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage
oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume
oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense,
light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.
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