Horse Chest Nut Oil

Horse Chestnut Oil

 The Horse Chestnut tree, Aesculus hippocastanum is native to Asia and southeastern Europe and particularly Albania, Greece and Turkey. The fruits of the Horse Chestnut are leathery, spiny capsules containing one to three large seeds. These seeds are not edible by humans.  The seeds have antioxidant, antirheumatic, analgesic and astringent properties as well as having a strong anti-inflammatory activity due to its saponin contents. Thanks to the vasoprotective effect of Horse Chestnut extracts, extracts can improve the circulation through the veins. The seeds are used for treating varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and swollen veins.  Horse Chestnut extracts have venotonic activity and they improve circulation through veins [1,2].

Directions:

Horse Chestnut macerated oil can be used  alone or blended with your other favorite base oil.

This oil is suitable for all skin types.

Used topically, It has significant therapeutic effects. It is used for its venotonic effect, helps to maintain healthy blood circulation and strengthen capillaries. It is used in anti-cellulite and massage creams and mixtures with its anti-inflammatory and antiedema properties. It rejuvenates the skin and balances the skin tone.

Suggested Uses:

Use Horse Chestnut oil as a base oil in massage mixtures to reduce pain and the size of skin ulcers. This oil may help relieve symptoms of  venous insufficiency, varicose veins, heavy and swollen legs, hemorrhoids, rheumatic diseases, skin diseases, and bruises.

Warning & Safety Requirements:

• If you are pregnant or lactating, please consult with your doctor before using any product containing essential oils.
• For external use only.
• Not suitable for children.

Storage Conditions:

Store oils in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

References:

• [1].  Dudek-Makuch, M. Horse Chestnut – Efficacy and safety in chronic venous insufficiency: An overview, Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia 29(5), 2015.
• [2]. Zampieron, E. Z. Horse chestnut (aesculus hippocastanum) for venous insufficiency, International Journal of Complementary & Alternative Medicine, 5 (3),  2017.