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Aloe (Vera) Oil / Gel
A soothing leaf gel from the aloe vera plant, used on skin; note this differs from biblical 'aloes'.
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Argan Oil
A prized golden oil pressed from the kernels of the Moroccan argan tree, used for hair and skin.
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Baobab Oil
A light, fast-absorbing oil pressed from the seeds of the African baobab tree, used for skin and hair.
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Castor Oil
A thick, glossy oil from castor beans, used for hair, skin, and traditional packs.
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Cedarwood Oil
A warm, woody oil distilled from cedar wood; 'cedarwood' covers several botanically different trees.
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Coconut Oil
A versatile oil pressed from the meat of the coconut, solid at room temperature and used in cooking, skin, and hair care.
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Hibiscus
Dried hibiscus flower, traditionally ground to a powder and used as a hair-strengthening mask and rinse.
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Jamaican Black Castor Oil
A dark, roasted-bean castor oil traditionally made in Jamaica and prized for hair and scalp care.
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Neem Oil
A strong-smelling oil pressed from the seeds of the Indian neem tree, used diluted in skin and hair care.
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Palm Kernel Oil
A firm white oil pressed from the seed kernel of the oil palm, distinct from red palm fruit oil.
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Peppermint Oil
A bright, cooling essential oil steam-distilled from peppermint leaves, used in aromatherapy and, well diluted, in hair and body care.
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Rosemary Oil
An herbaceous essential oil steam-distilled from rosemary, popular, well diluted, in scalp and hair care.
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Shea Butter
A rich nut butter pressed from the African shea tree, used for generations to soften and protect skin and hair.
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