How can I tell if I’m getting the best emu oil?

Quality refined emu oil will have no odor, should not separate, and is processed to meet or exceed certification and trade rules of the American Emu Association for Fully Refined Emu Oil.

Can you use emu oil on acne?

Quality, refined emu oil is non-comedogenic, which means it will not clog pores.

Is emu oil used on stretch marks?

Emu oil can used topically for all skin care applications.

What are the uses of emu oil for hair?

Shampoo with emu oil cleanses the hair leaving behind no residue and lifting away the harsh chemicals left behind by styling products and medications.  Emu oil can be used topically to condition dry, fly-away hair and help smooth brittle ends.

Is there a danger in using pure emu oil that is not fully refined?

Consuming or using emu oil that is not fully refined can potentially be harmful if the oil is contaminated or not fully sterilized.

What are the uses of emu oil for dogs & other animals?

Pets that suffer with chronically dry skin or irritation from fleabites are ideal candidates for emu oil. Emu oil for dogs, cats and other pets can be ingested or applied topically. It is a food-grade product, completely acceptable to use with your pets.

What does AEA Certified Emu Oil™ mean?

The American Emu Association (AEA) governs trade, production and distribution guidelines for the industry.  Emu oil refiners must submit a chemist certified batch to the AEA for review.  Additionally, any emu oil producer with the AEA Certified seal has passed rigorous inspection of their facilities along with a review of their final product. AEA emu oil producers may not cut their products with any other type of oil.  All of our emu oils meet or exceed the processing trade rules for AEA Certified Emu Oil™.

The price of emu oil seems to vary widely, why is that?

Like many products, emu oil varies in price depending on quality, level of refinement and whether or not the product has any additives.  Imitations of pure emu oil are products that are cut with vegetable and other oils – this accounts for their lower price tag.  Buyer beware, imitation or adulterated emu oil will not produce the same results as pure, refined emu oil.

Why is emu oil good for tattoo aftercare? What about piercing aftercare?

As an aftercare product, emu oil is now widely recommended by tattoo artists and piercers for its moisturizing and soothing properties.  It is not scented and safe for all skin types.

What does non-comedogenic mean?

Non-comedogenic means that a product will not have the tendency to block or clog your pores.  This is just one of the many qualities that attribute emu oil as an ideal skincare product.

Why is emu oil moisturizer better than other moisturizers?

Emu oil has the ability to not only hydrate skin topically, but also from the inside out–as it is a food-grade product used in dietary supplements.  Fatty acids that are naturally found in emu oil are essential to healthy skin.  Pure emu oil is an all-natural product that contains no chemical additives or artificial ingredients.  It absorbs topically with ease into skin and will not clog pores.

What are the benefits of Emu Oil Soothing Cream?

Our cream contains Glucosamine Sulfate, MSM and is formulated with our Ultra Emu Oil®. This highly refined emu oil is a unique, industry first and has been proven to increase emu oil’s natural properties by 45%.

Why is physically refining emu oil better than the molecular distillation process?

Physically refining emu oil ensures the buyer that impurities such as bacteria and biological matter are removed from the oil before it hits the marketplace.  Molecular distillation relies on the different molecular weights between the oil and impurities, which can often be very similar.  Physical refining uses a unique process through filtration and deodorization to obtain the cleanest possible sterilized product. Learn more about the benefits of physical refining here.