Emu oil is an oil derived from adipose tissue harvested from certain subspecies of the emu, Dromaius novaehollandiae, a flightless bird indigenous to Australia. Emu oil has been valued for thousands of years by Australian Aborigines for its renowned healing, moisturizing and pain relieving powers. The Aborigines introduced Emu Oil to the first Europeans as a natural sunscreen and skin moisturizer. The use of Emu Oil was among many natural remedies adopted by settlers from the original inhabitants of Australia.

DESCRIPTION
Emu oil is a bright yellow liquid, made up of mostly fat, which is collected from the deposits below the skin of the bird. … Most emu oils will go through full processing in order to reduce bacteria and contaminants. Some emu oils are refined more than others, in order to create higher contents of fatty acids.

COMPOSITION
Unadulterated emu oil can vary widely in color and viscosity anywhere from an off-white creamy texture to a thin yellow liquid, depending on the diet of the emu and the refining method(s) used. Industrially refined “emu grade” emu oil is composed of a minimum of 70% unsaturated fatty acids. The largest component is oleic acid, a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. Emu oil also contains roughly 20% linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) and 1–2% linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid). Fully refined emu oil has a bland flavor.

BENEFITS
Emu oil can be used for different purposes, such as an insect repellent, a treatment for wounds, burns, cuts and scrapes, and a skin moisturizer that may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Anti-inflammatory – The most popular benefit of emu oil is its use as an anti-inflammatory. It also contains compounds that have antioxidant properties. In a review posted to the journal Nutrition, researchers noted that the potent anti-inflammatory effect of emu oil may be beneficial in treating conditions such as: ear inflammation, inflammatory bowel syndrome, arthritis.

Enhancing skin moisture and absorption – Emu oil is thought to have benefits for skin conditions and wounds. The skin easily absorbs emu oil. This can help lock in skin moisture, making the skin less prone to cracking or drying out.

Emu oil may help reduce skin damage associated with cancer radiation. It appears that emu oil can pass this absorbable trait on to other compounds when they are mixed together. This property may explain why emu oil is regularly mixed into moisturizers containing other helpful compounds.

Stimulating the skin – The research also signals that applying emu oil to the skin may help increase the number of healthy skin cells. Emu oil stimulates the skin to reduce the appearance of skin wrinkles, and rejuvenate aging or sun-damaged skin.

Emu oil has also been recommended for use in the treatment of skin conditions, such as skin wounds and seborrheic dermatitis. It may also help with alopecia, rosacea, hypopigmentation, and shingles.

Healing wounds – Because of its painkilling effect, antioxidant levels, and ability to reach deep into the skin, emu oil can be applied to small wounds, cuts, bruises, or burns. It can help ease the pain of minor wounds, and the antioxidants may help protect the skin from additional damage.

Bug repellant – Applying emu oil to the skin before heading outdoors can help repel insects. This is partly due to substances called terpenes found in the oil. Many insects are disoriented or repelled by terpenes, and putting the oil on exposed skin can keep bugs at bay.

Reducing cholesterol – When taken orally, emu oil may reduce cholesterol in the body.

Treating ulcers – According to some research posted to Pharmacy Today, emu oil may also help treat ulcers.In people who had ulcers, applications of various levels of emu oil had a protective effect. In some cases, the oil even reduced the size of the ulcers.

Breast sensitivity – According to a peer-reviewed article, posted to Nutrition, emu oil may also reduce the breast sensitivity common in breastfeeding mothers.

When newborns latch onto the breast, some women may experience pain caused by an improper latch.
This can result in soreness, engorgement, cracked and dry skin, and pain. These symptoms may be severe enough to cause some new mothers to stop breastfeeding.

Before feeding her baby, a woman should wipe her nipple and breast with a warm cloth to remove any residual oil. This is because emu oil has not been proven safe for infants and children to ingest. It is also possible to be allergic to emu oil.

SOURCES :
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/315535.php
https://articles.mercola.com/vitamins-supplements/emu-oil.aspx
https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-emu-oil-89942