Moringa Oil – Its Origins and Its Uses
Nature has given us a precious gift in the Moringa Tree, and most valued is the Moringa oil from its seeds.
Ancient civilizations knew about it and used Moirnga oil in many ways. The Romans used it as a carrier oil in perfumes. In Egypt it was called it Ben Oil (or behen oil). Jars of Moringa oil have been discovered in ancient Egyptian tombs. They used it to protect their skin against the sun and harsh desert winds. The Egyptian royal women used as a beauty treatment for skin and hair.
Today, we are starting to catch up with what the ancients knew, and Moringa Oil has made a comeback. Backed by scientific research, we are beginning to realise how wonderful and versatile Moringa oil is.
The Source:
Moringa oil that is most commonly used is from the dried seeds of Moringa oleifera tree, also called the Miracle Tree, Tree of Life and the Ben-oil Tree. Other species of Moringa produce oil too, which has the same properties, but Moringa oleifera is the most productive.
So Versatile:
Moringa oil has a wide range uses. Here are some:
- BEAUTY TREATMENT – It can be used on its own as a moisturiser for skin and hair.
- FIRST AID – It can be applied topically for injuries and skin ailments.
- MEDICINE – It can be taken orally for many health conditions.
- SOAP MAKING BASE – Moringa oil is used in soapmaking because of its skin cleansing and moisturizing property.
- PERFUME BASE – Perfume makers love moringa oil for its ability to absorb and retain even the most volatile scents. It is highly prized.
- OILING MACHINERY – Moringa oil is a preferred oil for lubricating small machine parts such as watches – a most important commercial application today.
- BIO-FUEL – Moringa has a lot of potential as a biofuel. A lot of scientific research is going into it.
Amazing Properties:
Here are some reasons why we can regard Moringa oil as nature’s precious gift to us:
For Skin and Beauty Care
- MOISTURISING: It softens dry skin and maintains moisture. Moringa oil is high in oleric acid, which allows the oil to penetrate deeply into the skin.
- DRY SKIN CONDITIONS: It is good for treating dry skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.
- BEAUTY CARE: It is a natural glow: it fights skin fatigue and its oil secretion. It is a great skin purifier.
- ANTI-AGEING: It has great anti-ageing properties, because of its anti-oxidants and nutrients that help fight free radicals that damage skin and cause it to wrinkle. It contains Vitamin C for stabilizing collagen and repairing damaged cells.
- ACNE TREATMENT – for treating pimples and blackheads, and helps minimise dark spots caused by acne and hyper-pigmentation.
- EX-FOLIATING: Mix with equal parts of olive oil, and add sugar cube and rub on the skin.
- NAIL SOFTENER: Use it on fingernails and toenails.
For Hair and Scalp Care
Simply wet the hair and massage the oil into the scalp and rinse out. Experience the following benefits.
- CLEANSING – it lifts out the dirt and makes your hair shine.
- TREATMENT – Treating dandruff
- HEALTHY SCALP – Moisturising the scalp,
- STRENGTH – Strong health hair.
- GROWTH – Promoting of hair growth even for balding heads.
Other External Applications
- ANTISEPTIC & ANTI-INFLAMMATORY: Good for treating minor cuts, scratches, skin abrasions, bruises, burns, insect bites, rashes, sunburn and skin infections.
- SCAR TREATMENT: Rub it on scars.
- RHEUMATIC OIL: It can be used as a massage oil for sore muscles.
- ANTI-FUNGAL: It can be used to treat fungal infections on the skin.
- MASSAGE: It is an excellent massage oil.
- PAIN TREATMENT: It works for all forms of pains.
- DENTAL HEALTH: Rub on the gums for healthy teeth and gums.
- SLEEP AID: Mixed with a few drops of lavender oil, it can be massaged on the forehead.
Taken Internally for:
Dosage – A teaspoon twice daily for adults. Children – half teaspoon twice daily.
- It supplies energy.
- It protects bones,
- It soothes the nervous system.
- It speeds up healing.
- Treats stomach disorders.
- Helps for prostate gland in men.
- Lowers blood pressure.
- Boosts immunity.
- Aids in inflammatory conditions.
Other Uses and Qualities:
- HOME MADE PERFUMES: Use Moringa oil as a carrier oil with essential perfume oils.
- HOME MADE SOAPS: Use as a base along with Shea Butter.
- OILING MACHINES: Use to oil household machinery, such as sewing machines.
- LONG LASTING: Moringa oil does not go rancid, so no need to worry about it going off.
