Dangers of Emu Oil

Are there really dangers from emu oil use? Is this natural oil safe for you and your family?

History of the emu tells us that ancient aborigines of Australia used this bird for food, clothing and natural medicine. The oil was traditionally used to treat various conditons such as sunburn, sore muscles and dry skin.

Is Emu Oil Safe to Use?

Research has found emu oil's ingredients are almost identical in fatty acid composition to human skin. This may make it very compatible and reduces the possibility of allergic reactions. If you have sensitive or delicate skin (and have never used emu oil) try a skin test to rule out any possible reactions.

Emu oil research has shown it has the following characteristics:

Emu oil doesn't clog pores.

Emu oil is rapidly absorbed by your skin.

Emu oil is hypo-allergenic.

Emu oil fights inflammation.

Emu oil helps skin heal.

These traits may explain how the oil may be compatible with your skin type. You can learn more about these above characteristics by visiting my webpage on Health Benefits of Emu Oil.

To date, there are not documented reports of adverse reactions from topically use of emu oil. Nevertheless, it's recommended that all first-time users of emu oil try a small skin test to ensure there are no negative reactions before using the oil.

Research References:

Emu oil(s): A source of non-toxic transdermal anti-inflammatory agents in aboriginal medicine. Whitehouse MW, Turner AG, Davis CK, Roberts MS. Department of Medicine, University of Queensland, Princess Alexandra Hospital, 4102, Brisbane, Queensland. Inflammopharmacology. 1998;6(1):1-8.

Moisturizing and cosmetic properties of emu oil: a pilot double blind study. Zemtsov A, Gaddis M, Montalvo-Lugo VM. The Australassian Journal of Dermatology. 1996 Aug;37(3):159-61

Promotion of second intention wound healing by emu oil lotion: comparative results with furasin, polysporin, and cortisone. Politis MJ, Dmytrowich A. Department of Medical Physiology at the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 1998 Dec;102(7):2404-7.

Anti-inflammatory activity and healing-promoting effects of topical application of emu oil on wound in scalded rats Di Yi Jun Yi Da Xue Xue Bao. 2005 Apr;25(4):407-10, Qiu XW, Wang JH, Fang XW, Gong ZY, Li ZQ, Yi ZH. Department of Burns, Nangfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China.

Effect of emu oil on auricular inflammation induced with croton oil in mice. López A, Sims DE, Ablett RF, Skinner RE, Léger LW, Lariviere CM, Jamieson LA, Martínez-Burnes J, Zawadzka GG. Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Canada. American Journal of Veterinary Research. 1999 Dec;60(12):1558-61

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