What is Dill Oil?

Dill oil comes from the dill plant. Dill grows on long stems with yellow-green, needle-shaped, soft leaves in the shape of an umbrella at the top. This plant is used worldwide in various cuisines and gives dishes a strong spicy and fresh taste. Dill oil is extracted from dill leaves and seeds by steam distillation and pressing. It has a stimulating effect on digestion and has an antibacterial effect.

Where is it from?

Dill originally comes from countries around the Mediterranean, but can now be found worldwide.

Fragrance description

Fresh – sweet & spicy

Benefits of Dill Oil

Calms and relaxes

The spicy, grassy scent of dill soothes and relaxes the senses. It contributes to reducing stress and anxiety and can help with complaints such as insomnia.

Disinfects

The antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of dill oil make it ideal for cosmetic use. Often used to disinfect the skin, including acne and abrasions.

For menstrual complaints

Dill oil can contribute to the relief of menstrual complaints such as cramps and nausea.

Appetite

Dill oil helps stimulate the appetite. It stimulates the taste buds and can help against flatulence.

Natural insect repellent

Aphids hate dill and other strongly scented herbs. Use dill oil to combat aphids and other insects.

How do you use Dill Oil?

Aromatherapy:

Add a few drops of dill oil to a diffuser and enjoy the relaxing and spicy aroma that is released.

Against aphids

Use dill oil as a natural aphid killer. Add 5 drops of dill oil to 1 liter of water in a bottle with a spray cap and spray garden and house plants.

Skin care

Mix a few drops of dill oil with your favorite carrier oil such as Argan oil. Massage this into the skin. NB! Do not use undiluted on the skin. Do not use in the sun. May cause phototoxicity and affect the skin. Maximum dosage for the skin: 8 drops on 100 ml of carrier oil or cream. Not suitable for internal use. NB! avoid during pregnancy and long-term use (contains ketones).