Burdock Root oil. Botanical name: Arctium lappa Synonyms: Bur oil. Description: herbaceous plant height and 1.5 m with large heart-shaped leaves (40 cm) and a strong root (up to 1.5 m). Used part of plant: root Extraction method: infusion (macerated) Base oil for infusion: flax oil (50%), sesame oil (45%), sunflower oil (5%)

• Burdock oil is used for scalp and hair care. The oil enhances blood circulation and restores the metabolism in the scalp, helps normalise functions of sebaceous glands and hair follicles, assists in reducing scalp itching, redness and other symptoms, nourishes and strengthens the roots and hair structure, boosts hair growth, removes dandruff, itching and dryness of the scalp (anti-seborrhoeic and anti-microbial action), assists with recovery of damaged hair after dyeing or perm. Helps return to hair a natural shine, contributes to regrow hair without split ends.
• Burdock oil is a great solution for improving nails condition.
• The oil is useful for the whole body. I can be added a bath, especially if a person has a rough, cracking skin on elbows and feet.
• It treats acne and dry skin, especially when these concerns are linked to poor diet, constipation or liver burden

Alternative medicine is suggested that burdock oil is great to deal with dry eczema and psoriasis, to heal old wounds and other skin diseases. It is used for massages to relieve mastitis (breast blur). Used when symptoms of sciatica are acquired; known as a cleansing and rejuvenating agent. Burdock root is quite popular in Asian Cusine. It is said to be a food that assists with strengthening the immune system, nourishes urinary organs and kidneys, contributes to better digestion,  soothes the gut and eliminates toxins from the large intestine. In ancient China and India, herbalists used it in the treatment of respiratory infections, abscesses and joint pain; may act as a natural antibacterial and antifungal agent. Burdock oil is perfect to be blend with:

• vitamins A and E - adds additional shine to the hair, nourishing and strengthens the hair roots; 
• horsetail - contains silicon compound (ceramides), restores the strength and elasticity of the hair;
• chamomile - helps with dandruff, reduces allergic reaction; gives light hair soft, silky and shiny;
• bidens - has a regenerating and anti-inflammatory effect on the scalp flaking and eliminates statics reactions, reduces itching and flaking;
• extract of propolis - promotes the growth and regeneration of hair.

Side Effects of Burdock Root Oil. In general, a burdock root is very safe. However, burdock root oil may reduce or increase your blood sugar, so diabetics should watch their levels and generally avoid using the oil. A burdock oil has to be taken with great care if you are on anticoagulants or medications that slow blood clotting, or before or after surgery as it may increase a risk of bleeding. The oil may also cause electrolyte imbalance and skin allergy. People who are sensitive to ragweed and related plants it is recommended to avoid using this oil.