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Karanj Seed Essential Oil
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 Botanical Name: Pongamia pinnata
Plant Part: Seeds
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: India
Description: Karanj is a moderate-size (height upto 15 meters), nearly evergreen tree with spreading crown and usually short, crooked bole. It becomes leafless towards the end of March and starts leafing almost immediately with a cloak of rich, bright green leaves.
Color: Pale yellow
Common Uses: According to Ayurveda, Karanj is anthelmintic, alexipharmic and useful in diseases of eye, vagina, skin. The oil has been used to treat tumours, wounds, ulcers, itching, enlargement of spleen and abdomen, urinary discharges. It also reputed to cure biliousness, piles, head pains, leucoderma, skin diseases and wounds.
Consistency: Medium
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: does not blend well with other oils
Aromatic Scent: Karanj seeds yield a bitter, non-edible (24-40%) oil with what is best characterized as an odd odour.
History: Karanj is among the herbs, the natives of North India have used since generations in traditional farming as natural pesticide. The anti bacterial activity is mainly due to the inhibition of cell-membrane synthesis in the bacteria. According to the old natives, the presence of these trees near to paddy fields help in repelling the harmful insects.
Cautions: Generally non-toxic and non-sensitizing. Use well diluted. Avoid during pregnancy.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.
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Submited By: Pamela from Indianapolis, Indiana on 01/31/2007
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Karanj Seed oil is one of my favorite oils to use in salves & balms, but it's also a very beneficial addition to lotions, creams, and even soap! I have to admit that the scent is not at all pleasant to me, but the oil's properties make the scent seem unimportant. I blend it with a variety of other healing/soothing oils and the scent diminishes to the point it's hardly recognizable. We use Karanj oil straight when the kids get a scrape or cut. It has some minor pain-relieiving properties which they love!
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Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 12/01/2006
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From my limited research this oil is similar to neem. Not only good at replelling insects from both humans and pets but also soothing to the bitten skin!
karanja oil is insecticidal and antiseptic. Can be used also for biliousness, eye ailments, itch, leucoderma, rheumatism, skin diseases, worms, and wounds.
The aroma is woody and musty. Not offensive but not great as scent goes but medicinal qualities are great!
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