Onion essential oil
Allium cepa
Onion essential oil, extracted from the bulbs of Allium cepa, has a powerful, distinctive fragrance. It is particularly rich in sulfur compounds, such as allyl propyl disulfide, which contribute to its unique aromatic characteristics. In aromatherapy, it is used for a variety of applications, notably as a dietary supplement as recommended by a health professional. Its intense aroma requires appropriate dilution for optimal use.
Characteristics
Botanical name :
Allium cepa
Production process:
Onion essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of onion bulbs.
Part of plant used :
Bulbs
Botanical family :
Amaryllidaceae
Country of origin :
Mainly cultivated in temperate regions worldwide, particularly in Europe and Asia.
Other names :
Common onion, Garden onion
Organoleptic characteristics:
- Odor: pungent, slightly sweet and spicy, typical of fresh onions
- Appearance: fluid liquid
- Color: pale yellow to golden
Main biochemical components:
Thiosulfates, quercetin, sulfur, flavonoids, saponins, vitamins C and B6
- Dipropyl disulfide (20-35%)
- Methyl-propyl-trisulfide (5 to 15%)
- Dipropyl-trisulfide (32 to 50%)
Packaging :
Brown glass bottle with codigout and child-resistant screw cap.
Storage :
Store away from heat, light and moisture. Close tightly after each use.
Recycling information / sorting instructions :
By following these instructions, you will contribute to the efficient and sustainable recycling of glass bottles of essential oils.
- Empty the bottle completely: Make sure the bottle is empty before recycling.
- Remove caps and droppers: Separate the different parts of the bottle.
- Rinse the bottle: Rinse the bottle to remove any residual essential oil.
- Local sorting instructions: Follow your local sorting instructions. Glass bottles should generally be placed in the glass recycling container.
Instructions for use
Main use :
Food supplement
Directions for use :
Read precautions before use. 1 to 2 drops (0.06ml) per day diluted in a tablespoon of vegetable oil or honey.
Our commitments:
Culture:
Quality: Botanically and Biochemically Defined Essential Oil (BBDEO)
- 100% pure (free from other related essential oils)
- 100% natural (not denatured with synthetic molecules)
- 100% integral (not discolored, not deterpenated, not rectified...)
Precautions for use
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use during pregnancy, while breast-feeding or on children under 12. Test a small area of skin for sensitivity before use. Never exceed recommended dosage. In case of doubt, consult a doctor or healthcare professional. Not recommended in case of allergy to plants of the Amaryllidaceae family.
WARNING: Before using essential oils, be sure to read the general precautions for use available in PDF format below:
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Information on the use of essential oils in aromatherapy is provided for information purposes only, and in no way replaces advice and prescriptions issued by a doctor. Only a doctor is authorized to deliver the most appropriate therapeutic treatment. Algovital declines all responsibility in the event of accident, injury or damage suffered by anyone practicing self-medication on the basis of the information contained on this site.