About Arbor Oils
Located in Naro Moru, Nyeri County, the cosmetic lab at Arbor Oils of Africa specializes in wild-harvested African botanicals. Operating across northern Kenya’s semi-desert regions, this facility:
- Produces frankincense and myrrh essential oils through steam distillation
- Creates cold-pressed oils from indigenous tree seed kernels
- Maintains organic and FairWild certifications
- Conducts botanical research on native plant species
The lab focuses on sustainable production methods while studying applications of local plants like Boswellia neglecta for natural cosmetics development.
Frequently asked questions
Arbor Oils of Africa manufactures essential oils and botanical extracts through the following methods:
- Steam distillation process
- Frankincense essential oil
- Myrrh essential oil
- Indigenous plant extracts
- Cold-pressing technique
- Tree seed kernel oils
- Wild-harvested seed oils
- Plant-based carrier oils
All products follow organic certification standards and sustainable production protocols.
Arbor Oils of Africa operates under these standards:
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Arbor Oils of Africa maintains operations across Kenya:
- Production facility
- Naro Moru headquarters
- Research laboratory
- Distillation units
- Harvesting regions
- Northern Kenya semi-desert areas
- Indigenous plant collection sites
- Wild resin gathering locations
The company sources raw materials from wild-growing plants in Kenya’s semi-desert regions, where indigenous species like Boswellia neglecta thrive naturally.
More details about Arbor Oils
A leading African botanical research center in Kenya
Arbor Oils of Africa operates as a cosmetic lab and research facility in Naro Moru, Kenya. The company focuses on the production of natural oils from indigenous plants found in the semi-desert regions of northern Kenya.
Production methods and expertise
The facility employs two main extraction methods to maintain the integrity of botanical compounds:
- Steam distillation for producing pure oils
- Cold-pressing technique for seed kernel oils
Quality standards and certifications
The company holds both Certified Organic and Certified FairWild certifications, validating its commitment to sustainable production practices and ethical sourcing.
Research and development activities
Based in Nyeri County, the facility conducts ongoing botanical research on local plant species. Their work includes studying the properties of Boswellia neglecta, a species known for its anti-aging characteristics.
Product portfolio
The company’s product range includes:
- Frankincense oils
- Myrrh essential oils
- Wild African tree seed kernel oils
Sustainable harvesting practices
Operating across northern Kenya’s semi-desert areas, Arbor Oils of Africa implements wild-harvesting methods to collect resins and plant materials. This approach ensures minimal environmental impact while supporting local communities.
Regional impact
As one of Kenya’s specialized botanical facilities, the company contributes to the region’s natural cosmetics sector while maintaining sustainable production standards.
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