Cranberry Oil

Common English Name: Cranberry (seed).

Botanical Name: Vaccinium macrocarpon.

Plant Family: Ericaceae.

Method of Extraction: (Cold) expeller pressing of the seeds.

Origin: Indigenous to northern North America, northern Europe, and northern Asia, although there are several species.

Plant Description: A creeping shrub or vine with small, evergreen, triangular leaves and dark-pink, hairless flower stems. The fruit (berry) matures from white to deep red in color.

Main Chemical Components: High in essential fatty acids of omega 3,  omega 6 and omega 9, vitamin E, and vitamin A.

Blends Well With: Other carrier oils; essential oils.

Uses: Irritated skin, itchy skin, damaged skin, moisturize hair, damaged hair.

Fun Fact: Cranberries were used in a variety of ways by Native American Indians.

Cautions for Use: None noted for general aromatherapy use.