Significance of Essential oil
Essential oils are concentrated, hydrophobic liquids with volatile aromatic compounds extracted from plants. They have therapeutic effects and are used in aromatherapy, herbal formulations, and as antimicrobial agents. They are present in various plants like ginger, sandalwood, and cannabis. Their properties include antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. They can be extracted using methods like hydrodistillation and have diverse applications in industries like cosmetics, food, and medicine. They also play a role in plant defense and attraction of pollinators.
Synonyms: Aromatic oil, Plant extract, Volatile oil, Herbal oil, Herbal extract
In Dutch: Essentiële olie; In Finnish: Eteerinen öljy; In Spanish: Aceite esencial; In German: Ätherisches Öl
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Hindu concept of 'Essential oil'
In Hinduism, essential oil refers to concentrated, aromatic plant extracts with therapeutic properties. Found in various plants like clove and cardamom, they contain compounds impacting physical, psychological, and cellular levels, offering antimicrobial and other benefits.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) The analysis of essential oil is done by using Gas Chromatography with Mass Spectrometer, which helps to identify the constituents and their percentages in the oil.[1] (2) The essential oil obtained from Myristica fragrans seeds has growth inhibition capability of bacterial spores, making it useful as a food preservative.[2] (3) Oil massages with therapeutic herbs and these are beneficial for both body and mind, contributing to overall well-being and potentially aiding in healing processes.[3] (4) The mechanism of action of essential oil of Pistacia integerrima for its antiasthmatic activity was investigated, highlighting the therapeutic potential of its volatile compounds.[4] (5) It is extracted from Nagarmotha through steam distillation, and this extraction process is mentioned in the context of describing the plant and its uses.[5]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) It focuses on microencapsulated formulations of vitamins,, flavonoids and colours for lipsticks and skincare products.[6] (2) Essential oil is mentioned in the text concerning Desmostachya bipinnata, with a study of its chemical composition and antimicrobial activity, as documented in 'Int J Phyt Med', indicating that essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants.[7] (3) It is obtained from the seed of Apium graveolens and its leaf is commonly used as vegetable.[8] (4) Khan et al., isolated the major compounds of essential oil of flower.[9] (5) These are concentrated extracts from plants, like clove oil, which have antimicrobial properties and are used in the custom-made natural tooth powder, playing a role in killing oral pathogens.[10]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Cinnamon bark is an important source as it contains a high amount of function bearing this, containing cinnamaldehyde (~ 60%) and eugenol (~18%).[11] (2) These, along with resin, starch, glucose, and organic acid, are constituents of Karchura.[12] (3) These form jamun leaves are reported to have antibacterial effects against Bacillus sphaericus.[13] (4) The whole cardamom fruits usually have an essential oil content of 3.5-7%.[14] (5) Also known as volatile oils, they evaporate in the atmosphere, as opposed to fixed oils.[15]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) A concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from sandalwood, essential for its fragrance and properties, derived mainly from the heartwood.[16]
The concept of Essential oil in scientific sources
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts containing volatile aromatic compounds, often hydrophobic liquids, used for therapeutic purposes, antimicrobial applications, and in perfumes and flavors.
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) It is a complex mixture of compounds found in a plant, the composition of which includes various substances like zatarinal, SS-sitosterol, and rosmarinic acid.[17] (2) The essential oils of Satureja species are noted for containing phenols, carvacrol, thymol, and flavonoids, which contribute to its therapeutic and aromatic qualities.[18] (3) These are volatile compounds from plants with a wide range of applications in cosmetics, foods, household products, and alternative medicines and can considerably suppress pro-inflammatory cytokine and mediators.[19] (4) Minute micelles (nanocapsules) are acclimated as carriers for these, flavor, antioxidant, coenzyme Q10, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals.[20] (5) This substance from Eucalyptus leaves is applied to the chest and throat.[21]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) This is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants.[22] (2) It is the formulation of essential oil-loaded chitosan-alginate nanocapsules.[23] (3) This oil from Wrightia tinctoria was analyzed using GC-MS, revealing various chemical components and their percentages.[24] (4) This is a component of thymus species, which are collected from different regions of Iran.[25] (5) This is extracted from clove, with chemical composition and biological activity.[26]
From: Journal of Medicinal Plants for Economic Development
(1) Antimicrobial potential of Rosmarinus officinalis commercial essential oil in the treatment of vaginal infections in pregnant women suggests natural remedies for infections.[27] (2) Oils from different populations of Kenya that have antimicrobial activity.[28] (3) The text mentions essential oils and their potential anticonvulsant activity, which could be beneficial for individuals suffering from epilepsy, and the essential oils have the ability to regulate neurotransmission.[29] (4) The study focuses on the evaluation of antioxidant properties of gas chromatography-mass spectrophotometry characterized oils from different parts of Calophyllum inophyllum Linn using specific methods.[30] (5) Essential oils are extracted from plants and investigated for their antibacterial properties, although the text notes they are often less effective than crude extracts.[31]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Extracted from Origanum majorana, it can ameliorate prallethrin-induced oxidative stress and hepatotoxicity in rats when administered.[32] (2) The essential oil of M. fragrans was tested in Xenopus oocytes that were injected with GABAA receptor comprising of 2α1, 2β2, and γ2s subunits.[33] (3) These are a mixture of substances extracted from plants by different methods, and have been used traditionally for various purposes.[34] (4) Essential oil can be extracted from neem seed using methods like Soxhlet extraction, as described in the text.[35] (5) These are concentrated aromatic extracts from plants, and carvone is a volatile monocyclic terpenoid found in many of these.[36]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) This is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants, used for its properties.[37] (2) This is a type of oil extracted from the leaves of a plant, used in a powdery formulation with clay, exhibiting insecticidal effects against a particular insect species.[38] (3) These are concentrated aromatic compounds found in plants, and are a characteristic of the genus Monanthotaxis.[39] (4) Essential oils are mentioned in the context of in vivo anthelmintic activity in small ruminants, and they are also part of a review of medicinal plants in ruminant diets.[40] (5) This is a substance derived from black cumin, and it is analyzed for its effects in research related to the provided text.[41]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) A concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants, found in limau citrus peel and contributing to its properties, as described in the text.[42] (2) This refers to a substance used as a spray disinfectant, whose efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 surrogates was studied.[43] (3) Volatile oils derived from aromatic plants, such as peppermint oil, which are added to the formulation and act as enhancers.[44] (4) Toothpaste containing essential oils of cinnamon, clove, oregano, and thyme has demonstrated considerable antibacterial activity, which are mostly composed of carvacrol, euthymol, lacinnamaldehyde, and eugenol.[45] (5) Essential oils are a type of semipolar or nonpolar compound found in Ruta angustifolia L., and are determined by the determination of the content of extracts that dissolve in ethanol.[46]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Essential oils are extracted from a number of fruits and vegetables wastes, especially citrus fruits, with numerous studies reporting on the effect of addition of EO to animal feed.[47] (2) Essential oils are concentrated hydrophobic liquids containing volatile aroma compounds from plants, and butanoic acid are some of the dominant essential oils in the fruits of Tetrapleura tetraptera.[48] (3) It is a volatile substance found in many parts of Cinnamomum longepaniculatum and other plants, serving as a raw material for industries like essence, food, medicine, and cosmetics, but is sensitive and readily decomposes.[49] (4) Essential oil composition of plants, such as sage, changes in response to various salt stresses, reflecting the impact of salinity on plant metabolism and secondary compound production.[50] (5) as natural additives enhances the functionality of biopolymers, making them viable replacements for single-use plastics.[51]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Essential oils are used in combination with starter cultures to improve the safety of meat products, but previous assessment on potential interaction with starter cultures must be addressed since an inhibitory effect may be present, and starter cultures are also used in combination with other techniques (e.g., essential oils, packaging) to improve its efficiency, guaranteeing the food safety.[52] (2) An essential oil, containing beta-carotene, is used as a food additive; it has a content greater than 20% beta-carotene and may also contain other carotenoids such as lutein.[53] (3) In other published research, during the first stage, the impact of certain BVOCs (terpenes called phytoncides in the specific research) was firstly examined in vitro and these from different coniferous species and specific terpenes: α -pinene, 1,8-cineole, and d-limonene were used to examine their impact on NK cells.[54] (4) Essential oils are antimicrobial and are typically found as one of the two oral health substances, alongside anticaries sodium fluoride, in mouthwashes.[55] (5) An essential oil of Artemisia vestita is shown to exhibit potent in vitro and in vivo antibacterial activity.[56]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) A concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile chemical compounds from plants, analyzed by gas chromatography and studied for its medicinal properties.[57] (2) Essential oil from Nigella sativa seeds has demonstrated antimicrobial properties against a variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria in a dose-dependent manner.[58] (3) Valuable natural products that serve as raw materials in various sectors including cosmetics, perfumes, phyto-therapy, spices, aromatherapy, and nutrition.[59] (4) Essential oils from the leaves and stem barks of Drimys brasiliensis Miers have been analyzed for their chemical composition and anti-inflammatory evaluation.[60] (5) Concentrated hydrophobic liquids containing volatile aroma compounds from plants, in which methyleugenol is often found.[61]