Above: Cold processed White Kaolin Clay Soap

The African Revolution for your skin. 

Welcome to the Abyssinian Beauty products for natural soaps and cosmetics that you can trust. Abyssinian Beauty products was officially established in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in September 2020 to serve all members of our global community. 

Our soaps have been certified and tested by the Ethiopian Conformity Assessment Enterprise, (ECAE) and successfully achieved a high positive score on every standard assessment for Organic handmade soaps. 

What is our approach to skin and hair care?

We at Abyssinian Beauty Products advocate for the use of natural organic herbal skin care which is free from potentially harmful synthetic additives.

Our skin and the herbs, fruits and minerals found in nature have an amazing and natural synergy. 

Our skin and nature go hand in hand, the problem is that in a world where skin care is a trillion dollar industry, many of us have become consumed with the need to spend fortunes on chemically synthesized skin care compounds, when all around us God has provided us with natural organic herbs, oils and unrefined minerals in abundance on this wonderful planet. 

Above: Cold processed Turmeric Soaps

The planet Earth contains an abundance of oils, Minerals, herbs, Fruits and butters, which in various combinations provide us with everything we need for natural hair and skin.

What do we provide?

A variation of Handmade Oil based Soaps with the option of:

Herbal plant extracts, such as leaves and roots as well as Essential oils, such as Tea Tree oil, Eucalyptus oil and many other variation of oils.

Above: Cold processed Onion Soap

How safe are our products?

Quality, Purity, authenticity and safety are our main concerns.

All of our Soap products are produced from pure oils, essential oils, butters and organically grown herbs and fruits. We do not include any synthetic chemicals, bleaches, or artificial fragrances or colorants in the production of our soaps. Subsequently our soaps are fragrance free and suitable for Vegans.

Above: Activated Charcoal (Mango Seed) Soap

Above and Below: Abyssinian Beauty products blended Oils are produced using high quality natural oils which are blended with essential oils and extracted oils from plants, fruits and seeds.

Above: Cold processed Activated Charcoal Soap.

Above: Home grown herbs are an essential part of the formulation of our products

Our Commitment

We are advocates for Toxic free skin and hair care. 

• Healthy skin and hair is our priority. 
• Health and Safety of our consumers is our priority. 
• High quality products are our priority. 
• Customer service is our priority.

Above: A range of Abyssinian Handmade Shea Butter Creams

Types of Soaps

Most of our soaps are made on demand and we are able to custom make soaps as well as well as provide advice on the type of soap that may meet your specific needs.

Our soaps are made mainly using the cold processes method. This process requires the soaps to "cure" for a period of up to six weeks before they can be used on your skin.

Above: Our Creams and Balms are made by experienced Cosmetic makers  who embrace our philosophy of safe environmental chemistry

Above: A freshly made batch of Cold processed Carrot Soap

Abyssinian Beauty products is a family orientated company which uses highly specialised and trained soap makers. All members of our team are trained in house and have pursued academic studies in cosmetics, Pharmacy and chemistry in Ethiopia as well as the United Kingdom.

Above: Clay Soap

Like all soap makers we are constantly researching for new ingredients and recipes to develop beauty soaps which reinforce healthy skin

Above: All of our handmade soaps are made with tender loving care

Above: Cold processed Orange  Soap

Above: Cold Pressed Sulphur Soap

Location

Abyssinian Beauty products is located near the Tourist Hotel in Arat Kilo. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  

Above: Selam Tewodros - Senior Cosmetic Soap Maker

"Thank you for contacting Abyssinian Beauty Products. If you are based in Addis Ababa and would like to know more about our range of products then please contact the marketing section by any of the methods below:"

Email: marketing@abyssinianbeauty.care

Telephone: +251911940202

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/Abyssinianbeautyproducts

or
https://www.facebook.com/Abyssinianbeauty.care

Abyssinian Beauty Products is also registered in the United Kingdom as a Limited Company. For information about our products in the United Kingdom please email:

Email: marketing@abyssinianbeauty.care

Above and below: Freshly made cold processed "Valentine's day" Soaps made from locally grown oranges in Ethiopia.

Custom Made Soaps

Bearing this in mind, if you would like us to produce a soap that is custom designed for your needs, then you will need to wait for 4 - 6 weeks before it is available for collection.

Below are examples of some of the  more commonly requested ingredients for our soaps. These soaps are obtained mixing lye with a mixture of natural rich oils and butters which are then blended with a range of the following additives below to produce unique natural organic soaps:

Common Additives

Activated Charcoal, Eucalyptus Soaps, Avocado Seed, Onion, Lemon Soap, Sulfur, Carrot. Cinnamon, Ginger, Turmeric, Qasil, Red Ginger (Canna Indica). Garlic, Orange, Lemon, Conifer, Mango, White Kaolin Clay, Ethiopian Brown Clay. Ethiopian Coffee, Black Cumin Seed, Green Tea, sweet red pepper, peppermint and many more

Above: A range of naturally grown powdered herbs used in a range of our soaps.

Above: Our soaps, Balms and creams are formulated with a variety of Oils and Butters, giving each product its unique benefits.

Above: White Kaolin Clay Soap

Above: All in One Soap (Bits of every soap moulded into one!)

Ethiopian Brown Clay Soap

Above: Cold processed Coffee swirl soap ready for distribution

Selections of Oils and Butters used in Abyssinian Beauty Product's soaps in Ethiopia

Niger Oil (Guizotia abyssinica)

Saturated fatty acids:

Myristic acid (C14:0) 1.7%-3.4%

Palmitic acid (C16:0) 5.8%-13.0%

Stearic acid (C18:0) 5.0%-7.5%

Monounsaturated fatty acids:

Oleic acid (C18:1) 13.4%-39.3%

Linoleic acid (C18:2) 45.5%-65.8%

Sunflower Oil (Helianthus annuus)

Saturated fatty acids:

Palmitic acid (saturated): 5%

Stearic acid (saturated): 6%

Monounsaturated fatty acids:

Oleic acid (monounsaturated omega-9): 30%

Linoleic acid (polyunsaturated omega-6): 59%

Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)

Saturated fatty acids:

Stearic acid (20-50%),

palmitic acid (2-9%)

Arachidic acid (<1%).

Monounsaturated fatty acids:

oleic acid (40-60%),

linoleic acid (3-11%),

linolenic acid (<1%)

Olive Oil (Olea europaea L)

Saturated fatty acids:

Palmitic acid (Saturated): 7.5 to 20%

Stearic acid (Saturated): 0.5 to 5%

Monounsaturated fatty acids:

Oleic acid (monounsaturated): 55 to 83%

Linoleic acid (polyunsaturated (omega-6): 3.5 to 21%

α-Linolenic acid (polyunsaturated) (omega-3): 0 to 1.5%

Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)

Saturated fatty acids:

Caprylic saturated C8 7%

Decanoic saturated C10 8%

Lauric saturated C12 48%

Myristic saturated C14 16%

Palmitic saturated C16 9.5%

Monounsaturated fatty acids:

Oleic monounsaturated C18:1 6.5%

What are the benefits of using only handmade soaps for your skin?

Commercial soaps sold in stores are often made with chemical detergents, hardeners and synthetic lathering agents. Some of these ingredients can be drying or irritating on the skin. On the other hand, handmade soaps created with oils, liquid and lye does not contain these harsh ingredients and qualifies as 'soap.

'Why handmade soap is best?

Handmade soap contains glycerine which is a natural byproduct of the soap making process, an excellent moisturiser and also one of the reasons that handmade soap is so good for your skin! Some commercial soaps remove the glycerine from the bars and sell it to make lotions and creams. Without glycerine, commercially prepared soap isn't nearly as skin loving, and can leave the skin feeling dry.

Pure Glycerine

Cold process and hot process soaps

Cold or hot process soap is made with natural oils, such as coconut oil, sunflower oil, olive oil and avocado oil. This combination of oils is what makes each handmade soap  completely unique. The great thing about making and using Abyssinian Beauty soaps is that they are customise  to feel exactly how you like them. 

For example, lets imagine you want a soap with a bubbly and stable lather? then you would add some  some castor oil and coconut oil to your soap.

If you prefer a mild, small lather, then you could use  a high percentage of olive oil. In other words, by knowing the properties of different oils, you can customise your soap for your specific skin type.

In addition to choosing soaping oils and butters for your skin, you can further customise your bars with exfoliates, fragrance, colour and more. This is especially important if you prefer to only use natural ingredients. Handmade soap is a great way to use essential oils derived from plants and natural colourants like clay. 

Clay (Kaolin, Moroccan Red, French Green, Rose) - cleanses and tones, absorbs dirt, oil, and toxins from the skin, increases lather, and lends natural colors to our soaps

Natural soil clays

Other fun natural ingredients, like milk and purees, can also be added to handmade soap. You won't find those quality ingredients in your bar of store bought soap. This kind of customisation is a beautiful way of expressing yourself, your personality and your values. It's a consumable art form that is fantastic to use, sell or give away as gifts. 

Above: Abyssinian Kaolin White Clay Soap

 Skin care

Homemade Lotion Recipe

Ingredients

• ½ cup almond oil (or jojoba oil, or any other liquid oil)
• ¼ cup coconut oil
• ¼ cup beeswax
• 1 tsp vitamin E oil (optional)
• 2 TBSP Shea butter (or cocoa butter, optional)
• essential oils (optional)
• vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

• Combine the almond oil, coconut oil, beeswax, and Shea or cocoa butter if using, in a double boiler or a glass bowl on top of a simmering pan of water.
• Stir occasionally as the ingredients melt.
• When all ingredients are completely melted, add the vitamin E oil if using and any essential oils or scents like vanilla.
• Pour into a glass jar or tin for storage. Small mason jars work perfectly for this.
• Use as you would regular lotion. This lotion is ultra-moisturizing and more oily than water-based lotions so you won't need to use as much. It also has a longer shelf life than some homemade lotion recipes since all ingredients are already shelf stable and no water is added. Use within 6 months for best moisturizing benefits.

The Rose Face Cream 

Ingredients

• 15 grams Avocado Oil
• 10 grams Wheatgerm Oil
• 15 grams Emulsifying Wax NF
• 45 grams Rose Hydrosol
• 15 grams Distilled Water
• 1 gram Vitamin E Oil
• 1 grams Preservative (optional)
• 4 drops Rose Essential Oil (or Rose Absolute or Rosewood)
• 3 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
• 1 Cosmetic Jar

Equipment

• Digital Scales
• Heatproof Containers
• Saucepan
• Spoon or small whisk
• Lazer Temperature Gun
• Double Boiler/Bain Marie

Clear And Bright Day Cream

Ingredients:

• 15g Avocado oil
• 15g Argan oil
• 5g Kukui nut oil
• 14g Emulsifying wax NF
• 35g Orange Blossom Water
• 25g Distilled Water
• 1g Preservative (optional)
• 3 drops Myrrh essential oil
• 5 drops Neroli essential oil
• 1 Cosmetic Jar

The origins of Abyssinian Beauty Products

Abyssinian Beauty Products was conceived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia as a family business enterprise, 

 Abyssinian  Beauty products was  initially established as a family science project designed to produce a range of  Natural Organic  soaps for use within our immediate family. the soaps received such great reviews from family members, friends and colleagues, to such an extent , that we were encouraged to produce a variety of soaps for our loved ones who had specific skin issues and allergies.

Above: Dried lemon peel in the process of being grinded into fine power

Spices grown in Ethiopia used in our soap making
Due to the varied topography and climate, Ethiopia is home to different plants species that grow on its highlands and rift valley. Out of the 6,000 species of vascular plants that grow in Ethiopia, 12 percent are endemic (Spice Sector Strategy Coordinating Committee, 2010).

Below: are a selection of spices, minerals, essential oils and herbs used in Abyssinian Beauty Products in Ethiopia:

Turmeric -  Our turmeric soap is infused with a significant amount of turmeric, we have added not only organic turmeric root powder, but also organic turmeric root extract and 100% Pure turmeric root essential oil.

Sweet Chili pepper - It's a powerful vasodilator and In soap, it helps prevent dry/itching skin and helps with minor muscle pain over time. *Due to the Capsaicin in the bar, please only use it as a body bar. Do not use as a face wash, a genital wash, and do not eat it.

peppermint

Conifer - The combination of pine and cedar, as well as that of cypress  offer a fresh and woody aroma and make this type of soap a strong tonic for the body. Our Conifer handmade soaps have an anti-oily action for hair and body alike. Moreover, it contributes to the coping with acne issues. Also, the addition of Shea butter to the soap make it ideal for shaving.

Mango Seed Powder - Oil from the mango seed whips into a decadent butter full of skin-loving antioxidants and carotenoids that feed your skin's natural moisture barrier. We harness that ancient wisdom in a luxurious mango butter soap that brings the fresh scent of an island breeze to your everyday routine.

Cinnamon, Certified Organic - Cinnamomum zeylanicum - Has a stimulating, uplifting, warming, effect and is antiseptic and astringent.

Oat Flour, Certified Organic - Avena sativa- native Ethiopia grass, soothing, moisturizing, demulcent, softening, calming, good for rashes, itching, bites, and all skin irritations, oatmeal also serves as a gentle exfoliate and mild cleanser

Red Sandalwood, Wildcrafted - Pterocarpus santalinus - we use it for the gorgeous deep purplish rose color it lends to our soap and as an exfoliate, but it is also said to have analgesic properties

Aloe Vera Juice Concentrate, Certified Organic - Aloe barbadensis - native to Ethiopia, succulent, often called "The Miracle Plant", soothing, emollient, antibacterial, heals skin irritations, burns, and wounds, promotes new skin growth, moisturizes, protects, and counters the effects of aging; restores skin damaged by the sun's UVB rays

Beeswax, Certified Organic - Cera alba - unbleached and pure, cosmetic grade, used to give a waxy feel to cosmetics, also possesses healing qualities, only our balms contain beeswax, our soaps do not

Calcium Bentonite Clay - adsorbs and absorbs dirt, oil, and toxins from the surface of the skin, cleanses, tightens, and tones, lends a slippery feel to soaps and increases lather, great for purifying the skin, helpful in treating acne, eczema, itching, hives

 Onion powder  - is known to be a reliable method for hair care. It has antiseptic and antibacterial properties. It also helps fight hair lice, dandruff and can be used as a natural hair conditioner.

Green Tea - One of the greatest benefits of green tea is its role in improving skin quality and maintaining the health of the skin. Green tea is said to be healthy for the skin in numerous ways and we're detailing how it may help you maintain a healthy and glowing skin. Green tea's anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce skin irritation, skin redness, and swelling. Applying green tea to your skin can soothe minor cuts and sunburn, too. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, studies have also found topical green tea to be an effective remedy for many dermatological conditions.

Beetroot Powder - Because beets are high in vitamin C, some consider beets to be good for the skin, even suggesting that they can protect from signs of aging, such as wrinkles. According to Oregon State University, both topical and dietary vitamin C have beneficial effects on skin cells.

When it comes to aging, beets contain powerful antioxidants that help keep skin supple and youthful and carotenoids that can ward off the skin degeneration that occurs as you grow older

Papaya Seed Powder - Papaya seeds contain a variety of essential micro-nutrients. The seeds contain Vitamin A and Papain enzyme which help to nourishes the skin , Papaya helps remove dead skin cells and inactive proteins, thus rejuvenating your skin. It also helps keep your skin hydrated. If you want glowing skin, use papaya-honey mask. ... Apply finely grounded paste of raw papaya on your face and leave it for half an hour. The enzymes papain and chymopapain in papaya can decrease inflammation. The protein-dissolving papain can be found in many exfoliating products. These products help reduce acne by removing dead skin cells that can clog pores.

Orange Powder - Orange peel powder contains Vitamin C which helps to form collagen and elastin which is the secret to beautiful skin. ... It helps even and lightens the skin tone. It works as a natural cleanser, astringent, scrub, moisturizer and toner. It contains antioxidants which slow down wrinkles, sagging and skin aging.

Carrot Powder - Carrot powder provides the skin with beta carotene, which is an antioxidant. ... Carrot powder tends to clump, and is not as free flowing as some of the other herbal powders we sell. Carrot powder is also a natural soap/cosmetic colorant; producing a creamy orange color. Carrot powder is used in natural cosmetic formulations. It repairs and tones the skin. It reduces wrinkles and scars. It improves circulation of blood.

Vitamin A in carrots flush out excessive oil and keeps the skin fresh and free of toxins. To as a face pack all you have to do it to mix one cup of carrot juice with one tablespoon each of curd, gram flour and lemon juice. Apply this mask on face and neck for half an hour and wash with lukewarm water.

Sulphur -  It is the third most abundant mineral in the human body. Sulfur seems to have antibacterial effects against the bacteria that cause acne. It also might help promote the loosening and shedding of skin. This is believed to help treat skin conditions such as seborrhea dermatitis or acne.

Ethiopian coffee - Coffee is an excellent exfoliate and helps in stimulating blood flow, which reduces acne and even cellulite and stretch marks. Important use of coffee in soaps in terms of benefits is that its rich antioxidants kill dead cells and remove impurities, making skin smoother and brighter looking.

Banana Peel Powder - Bananas act as a great exfoliate and help in removing excess sebum on the skin's surface. Bananas contain high level of antioxidants and act as nature's Botox, preventing fine lines and wrinkles from forming. Bananas are loaded with many nutrients like vitamin A, zinc, and manganese, which are anti-inflammatory. Banana peels rubbed over the forehead and cheeks can help tighten the skin and give it a fresher, healthier look. Rub the inside of the banana peel on your face before bed and leave it overnight.

Garlic Powder - Garlic has antibacterial , anti fungal, antiviral, and antiseptic properties from allicin. Allicin helps to kill the bacteria causing acne. It also helps to reduce swelling and inflammation, and improve blood circulation. These beneficial effects allow the skin to receive more nutrients.

Moringa leaf Powder - Moringa oleifera is a plant that has been praised for its health benefits for thousands of years.

It is very rich in healthy antioxidants and bio-active plant compounds.

Moringa leaves are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals. One cup of fresh, chopped leaves (21 grams) contains: 

• Protein: 2 grams
• Vitamin B6: 19% of the RDA
• Vitamin C: 12% of the RDA
• Iron: 11% of the RDA
• Riboflavin (B2): 11% of the RDA
• Vitamin A (from beta-carotene): 9% of the RDA
• Magnesium: 8% of the RDA

Due to its antibacterial properties, Moringa is helpful in preventing acne breakouts on your skin. It also helps in removing blemishes, dark spots, pimples and blackheads. To achieve clear skin, you can apply a paste of Moringa leaves on the spots of your face. 

Natural Clays

Clay is one of the most cleansing and detoxifying ingredients you can use on your skin. Rich in minerals, the benefits of clay for skin in helping to clear blemishes, draw out impurities and leave you with a brighter complexion, are unrivalled.

There are many different types of clay: from Rose and Kaolin, to French Green and Red. All of them are to be used when your skin needs a detox, as it is a very purifying ingredient.

What is the right type of clay for my skin type?

These different types of clay contain varying levels of minerals, and therefore work better on different skin types. Using the right one for your needs will ensure you end up with a gorgeous and healthy complexion without any side effects.

Normal Skin

If you have normal skin, you want to make sure your skin remains balanced and well hydrated after treatment, so you need to use a clay that won't strip your skin of moisture.

Kaolin Clay is one of the mildest clays available, as it gently cleanses the skin without removing too much oil and causing sensitivity to the skin. Its mild exfoliant properties help to remove dead skin cells and impurities from the skin, reducing blemishes and imperfections.

Red Clay is brilliant at purifying the complexion and giving it a healthier, more radiant appearance thanks to its high content of Iron Oxide. It's also one of the clays that doesn't dry out your skin too much, making it ideal for congested skin as it can be quite sensitive. 

Is Carrot oil good for your face?

Carrot oil infuses moisture and provides essential antioxidants to the skin when applied topically. Both, carrot root carrier oil and carrot seed oil have beneficial properties. Both the oils help in soothing the dry or irritated skin and help in cell-regeneration like soothing wrinkles and stretch marks.

Carrots can protect your skin from the sun's rays. The beta carotene in carrots is a skin-friendly nutrient that gets converted to vitamin A inside the body. It helps repair skin tissues while also protecting skin from harmful radiation.

Abyssinian Carrot oil:

Ingredients:

Carrot oil extracted from Organic Carrots by infusion

Olive Oil

Carrot seed essential oil

Sunflower oil

Lemongrass Oil

Hair care

 Many mineral based oils are often heavy in consistency, and made from cheap ingredients that would do nothing for the health of your hair.

At Abyssinian Beauty Cosmetics, we provide you with naturally blended hair oils that are free from synthetic chemical additives, Our hair oils and butter creams are rich in the vitamins, fatty acids  and proteins that are easily absorbed by your hair.

Ranging from pure natural oils that can be used on other parts of your body, oils made from sustainably sourced super fruits that contain magical qualities, and oils that can be used with other products to create a super intensive deep treatment - there is a wide range of choice out there.

Types of Oils

Castor oil - It's one of the go-to oils for Afro-textured hair types. It helps to combat dryness and adds moisture to the hair. It's also known to strengthen hair and to stimulate hair growth.

Jojoba oil - Known for being close in molecular size to the natural sebum produced by the scalp, jojoba oil is rapidly absorbed into the skin. Hairstylists consider it to be one of the best sealants as it locks in moisture, resulting in silky lengths without the heavy or weighted feeling some other oils leave behind.
Jojoba oil also protects against breakage and teamed with tea tree, provides antibacterial properties.

Coconut oil - Arguably the most popular natural oil, coconut oil is made up of very small molecules, which are able to slip into the hair shaft and condition hair from the inside out. Coconut oil is good for the scalp and skin to keep it moist. It also consists of vitamins and essential fatty acids, which nourish the scalp and help to remove sebum build-up from hair follicles.

Olive oil - Renowned for its nourishing properties, olive oil relieves dry skin and helps to promote both shine and manageability. It can be used as a hot oil treatment, mixed with conditioner or added to other oils such as castor oil for a moisture surge.

Tea tree oil - More of an antibacterial oil, tea tree has the ability to nourish roots as well as unclog hair follicles. Known for being potent, experts don't advise applying tea tree directly to the scalp.

Grape seed oil - Grape seed oil is best applied to hair when wet. It is lightweight yet effective at locking in moisture, and is especially useful for those with finer hair textures.
This silky oil envelops hair effortlessly and delivers hydration to strands that need it the most.

Shea butter - Shea butter becomes an oil once melted and its thick consistency contains fatty acids that protect hair from the elements (such as extreme cold or the sun) and keep it thoroughly nourished.

Lavender oil - Lavender oil is definitely one to have on your radar. It smells amazing. It's great for creating shine and encouraging hair growth. It also feels nice on the scalp and can be used with your favourite conditioner." This also boasts ultra nourishing olive oil and almond oil.

Avocado oil - Packed with vitamins A, E and B5, as well as antioxidants, biotin and essential fatty acids, avocado oil helps to smooth over damaged hair strands and strengthen and moisturise hair, leaving hair feeling healthy and restored.

Healthy Scalp Treatment Oil

Perfect recipe to help with dandruff, dry scalp and hair, and flaky scalp.

• 1 drop Tea Tree Oil
• 1 drop Lavender essential oil
• 1 tablespoon Castor Oil
• 1 tablespoon Virgin Coconut oil (unrefined)

Directions: Place castor oil and coconut oil together in a glass bowl, then place bowl in a double broiler and warm up the mixture but don't overheat (warm enough to melt coconut oil but not to hot you can't apply to scalp. Add essential oils to warm oil, then apply the warm blend to scalp and massage gently. Leave on for 30 minutes to 1 hour (or even overnight if preferred). Wash out of hair with your normal shampoo and conditioner.

Is onion oil good for your face?

Onions are boosted with sulphur, which is known to be good for oily and acne-prone skin as it helps dry out the complexion and reduces acne that is caused due to excessive production of oil in the sebaceous glands. Onions are also rich in skin vitamins, including Vitamins A, C, and E.

The Wonderful Benefits of Onion Oil

Above: Onion Oil has amazing benefits for your hair

Abyssinian Onion oil:

Ingredients:

Onion hair oil is prepared from the following ingredients:

• Red Onions 
• Coconut Oil 
•  Sesame Oil 
• Garlic Paste
• Sunflower Oil
• Olive Oil 
• Mustard Oil

Note: Onion hair oil is not onion essential oil or onion seed oil. It is a different formulation specially prepared for hair growth from the onion bulb.

How to make onion oil for hair growth

1. Peel and chop your red onions and dry the onions in a dehydrator.
2. Once dried, grind your onions to a powder
3. Put the powdered onions in an electric juice extractor and blend the onions into a nice paste with sesame oil. 
4. Now, take a saucepan and pour mustard oil and coconut oil in to it. 
5. Add the garlic paste to the coconut oil and heat the oil and paste to medium heat (Do not let it boil).
6. Now add the onion paste to your oil and garlic mixture. Mix these  ingredients in your sauce pan at medium heat.
7. Turn on the stove and place the pan with a mixture of these three ingredients.
8. Place a lid on the saucepan and allow the ingredients to heat for about 3o minutes stirring every 2 minutes.
9. Remove the sauce pan from heat and let it cool down to room temperature.
10. Once the oil has cooled, pour the oil into a clean glass jar and place a lid on the jar. Make sure the lid is firmly secured.
    
11. Leave the jar with your oil and onions in a cupboard for a week.
12. Occasionally shake the jar and its contents once a day during the week.
13. After a week, open your jar and using a cheesecloth strain the oil through it into a second jar.
14. Add a few drops of lemon grass oil to your oil.
15. Now, your onion oil is ready to use. Preserve it in airtight container.

Shelf Life of Onion Oil

The shelf life of onion oil prepared through this method is 6 months.

Is Onion oil good for your hair?

Above: The preparation of Abyssinian Onion oil using red onions grown locally in Ethiopia

Is Onion oil good for your hair?

Above: The preparation of 100% Onion Oil in the laboratory

Is Onion oil good for your hair?

Rosemary Hair Growth Serum

Rosemary essential oil is well-known as a natural hair growth oil. It can also help with dandruff issues (including itching) when massaged into the scalp.

• 6 drops Rosemary essential oil
• 1 tablespoon Castor Oil
• 1 tablespoon Argan Oil or Jojoba Oil
• 1 oz Dropper Bottle

Directions: Add all recipe ingredients to the dropper bottle. Shake to blend together, use on hair before or after washing depending on your preference. Get a couple of drops on your fingertips and apply to hair by smoothing oil over the middle to ends of hair, either wet or dry. Or you can use this blend as a weekly scalp massage oil.

Nourished Lips Roller Blend

• 1 drop Lavender essential oil
• 1 drop Frankincense essential oil
• 1 teaspoons Jojoba Oil
• 1 teaspoon Castor Oil
• 10 ml Roller Bottle

Directions: Add all recipe ingredients to the glass bottle. Shake to blend together, roll onto lips as needed, especially before bedtime for overnight nourishing.

Is Turmeric Oil good for your skin?

Turmeric oil mixed with carrier oil can be used on acne. Being an anti-fungal and antiseptic, it will dry out the pimples and also prevent further breakouts. Turmeric is often used in anti-marks and anti-spots creams. When used persistently, turmeric oil can fade away marks giving you a blemish-free skin.

Turmeric Oil

Ingredients
Powdered turmeric
Avocado oil
Grape seed oil
Olive oil