THE ONE Green Nettle Oil

Pure cold pressed oil from the leaves and stems of the stinging nettle plant (Urtica dioica)

Green nettle oil is a versatile and nourishing oil that can be applied to the face, hair, and body to harness its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and moisturizing properties. Here’s how to use it effectively on each part of your body:

Face:

1. Moisturizer for Dry Skin:
   • How to apply: After cleansing your face, apply a few drops of green nettle oil to your damp face. Gently massage the oil into your skin in circular motions until absorbed.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil helps to hydrate and lock in moisture, making it ideal for dry and irritated skin. It also contains vitamin C and iron, which are great for improving skin health and giving it a natural glow.
2. Anti-Acne Treatment:
   • How to apply: Dilute green nettle oil with a carrier oil (like jojoba or argan oil) and apply a thin layer to acne-prone areas or active breakouts. Alternatively, you can mix a few drops into your daily moisturizer.
   • Benefits: The oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce redness, swelling, and irritation caused by acne. Additionally, it has antioxidant effects that help protect the skin from environmental damage.
3. Soothing for Skin Conditions (Eczema, Psoriasis, etc.):
   • How to apply: Apply a small amount of green nettle oil directly to the affected areas of your face or body. Massage gently and leave it on overnight for deeper penetration.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe itching and reduce inflammation associated with conditions like eczema or psoriasis.
4. Anti-Aging Treatment:
   • How to apply: Mix green nettle oil with a few drops of rosehip oil or vitamin E oil, then apply to your face and neck before bedtime.
   • Benefits: The antioxidants and vitamins A and C in nettle oil help promote skin regeneration, reduce fine lines, and improve elasticity.

Hair:

1. Scalp Treatment for Dandruff:
   • How to apply: Warm green nettle oil slightly and massage it into your scalp using your fingertips. Leave it on for 15-30 minutes before washing it out with a mild shampoo.
   • Benefits: The anti-inflammatory properties of nettle oil help soothe an irritated scalp, reduce dandruff, and promote healthier scalp circulation. It also strengthens the hair follicles.
2. Hair Growth & Nourishment:
   • How to apply: Mix green nettle oil with a thicker oil like castor oil or coconut oil and apply it to the roots of your hair. Leave the oil mixture on for at least 30 minutes or overnight, then rinse it out.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil promotes hair growth and prevents hair thinning by nourishing the scalp and stimulating circulation.
3. Conditioning Treatment:
   • How to apply: Add a few drops of nettle oil to your conditioner or mix it with olive oil or argan oil to create a moisturizing hair mask. Apply it to your hair, leave it for 20-30 minutes, then rinse.
   • Benefits: The oil helps hydrate, repair, and strengthen the hair, leaving it shiny and soft.

Body:

1. Moisturizer for Dry Skin:
   • How to apply: After showering, massage green nettle oil into your body, focusing on areas with dry or irritated skin, such as elbows, knees, or feet.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil helps moisturize and soothe dry skin, providing a protective barrier that keeps the skin hydrated throughout the day.
2. Cellulite Treatment:
   • How to apply: Mix green nettle oil with a few drops of grapeseed oil or cinnamon oil and massage into areas affected by cellulite. Use circular motions to stimulate circulation.
   • Benefits: The oil’s ability to boost circulation and reduce inflammation can help improve the appearance of cellulite over time.
3. Joint Pain Relief:
   • How to apply: Mix green nettle oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil and massage it into painful or inflamed joints, such as the knees or elbows.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil’s anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties help alleviate joint pain and discomfort caused by conditions like arthritis or muscle stiffness.
4. Fungal Skin Infections (e.g., Athlete’s Foot):
   • How to apply: Dilute green nettle oil with a carrier oil and apply it to affected areas of the body.
   • Benefits: Nettle oil has antifungal properties that help treat and soothe fungal skin infections like athlete’s foot.

Additional Tips:

• Dilution: Always dilute green nettle oil with a carrier oil (like jojoba, almond, or coconut oil) to avoid skin irritation, especially if using it for the first time.
• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test on a small area of your skin before applying the oil to larger areas to check for any allergic reactions.
• Storage: Store green nettle oil in a cool, dark place to preserve its freshness and prevent oxidation.