Buy Curry Leaf Oil
The curry plant, scientifically known as Murraya koenigii, is a small aromatic shrub belonging to the Rutaceae family. It thrives in tropical regions with rich soil, such as India, Sri Lanka, and parts of the Indian subcontinent, extending to the Himalayas and Burma. The plant's leaves, bark, and roots are valued for their medicinal properties. In India, fresh curry leaves are commonly used in cooking to enhance the flavor of curries, vegetables, fish, meat dishes, soups, and more. The leaves retain their pleasant aroma, fragrance, and flavor even after drying, and they can also be used in powdered form.
Curry leaf oil, extracted through steam distillation, is known for its captivating aroma and numerous medicinal and beneficial properties. It is used as a stimulant, tonic, stomachic, and in perfumery.
Qualities and Properties:
- Extracted from the leaves via steam distillation
- Has a spicy yet sweet scent
- Color ranges from almost colorless to light yellow
- Does not blend easily with other oils
- Known for its anti-aging properties
- Medium in texture
- Soluble in other essential oils and alcohol but insoluble in water
Uses and Benefits:
- Helps lower blood pressure
- Effective in treating hair loss and stimulating hair growth
- Prevents signs of aging, such as wrinkles and marks
- Revitalizes skin for a youthful appearance
- Reduces stress and anxiety
Chemical Composition:
- B-caryophyllene
- B-thujene
- B-gujunene
- B-elemene
- A-selinene
- B-bisabolene
- Limonene
- B-phellandrene