Onion Essential Oil, Natural

Latin Name: Allium Cepa

General Description: Onion is high in vitamins A, B and C and is closely related to garlic. Due to its offensive smell it is not used for aromatherapy or perfumery but is used in some pharmaceutical formulas to treat colds and coughs. The oil is primarily used in the food industry. Onion is native to the Middle East and western Asia and is cultivated all over the world mainly for culinary purposes. Distillation also takes place in Egypt, France and Germany from the red onion.

How It's Made: The bulbs are steam distilled to produce the oil. 

Properties:

Skin: Helps with Complexion Problems 

Immune System: Battles Common Cold and Influenza

Other Uses: Increases Circulation, Improves Lymphatic Drainage, Rectifies Glandular Imbalance, Helps with Obesity 

Safety Guidelines: This oil is non-toxic and will not irritate or sensitize the
skin. Onion should not be used directly on the skin. The oil should first be mixed with a diluting or carrier oil.