The Basics On Emu Oil
What is Emu Oil?
Oil from a large flightless Australian bird that contains several fatty acids, including myristic, palmitic, oleic, linoleic, and linolenic acids.
What are other names for Emu Oil?
EMU OIL, EMU OILS, and OILS, EMU
What is Emu Oil used for?
Emu oil stimulates the skin to reduce the appearance of skin wrinkles, and rejuvenate aging or sun-damaged skin. Emu oil has also been recommended for use in the treatment of skin conditions, such as skin wounds and seborrheic dermatitis. It may also help with alopecia, rosacea, hypopigmentation, and shingles.
How Emu Oil is classified
Emollients
Recommendations for using Emu Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Emu Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Emu Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Emu Oil from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Emu Oil
Emuaid Therapeutic Moisture Bar; Edible Beauty Snowflower Illuminating Face Oi
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
