Tagetes (Khakibos) Pure Essential Oil
10ml
R 150.00
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R 150.00
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Tagetes (Khakibos) Pure Essential Oil
R 150.00
Regular price
Sale price
R 150.00
Orders are shipped once all items are ready.
Tagetes (Khakibos) Pure Essential Oil is a richly aromatic oil steam distilled from the flowering tops of the Tagetes minuta plant, native to South Africa. It has a strong, herbaceous, and slightly fruity scent with earthy undertones and is known for its natural insect-repelling and purifying qualities. This oil is often used in aromatherapy, home care, and topical formulations (when properly diluted) for its fresh, cleansing fragrance and balancing properties.
Product Details
| Type | 100% Pure Essential Oil |
| Botanical Name | Tagetes minuta |
| Plant Part Used | Flowering tops and leaves |
| Extraction Method | Steam distilled |
| Aroma Profile | Herbaceous, fruity, and slightly earthy with green notes |
| Colour | Golden yellow to orange |
| Origin | South Africa |
Usage Information
- Commonly used in insect-repellent formulations, soaps, and diffuser blends
- Valued in aromatherapy for cleansing and purifying properties
- Traditionally used to deter flies, mosquitoes, and pests (hence the name “Khakibos”)
- Documentation such as COA and SDS available on request
- Always dilute well before topical use due to its potency
Blending Notes
- Blends well with lavender, lemongrass, clary sage, and citrus essential oils
- Adds a strong herbal-green tone to natural insect-repelling and cleansing blends
Quality & Compliance
- 100% pure and undiluted essential oil
- Steam distilled from fresh flowering plants harvested in South Africa
- Batch traceability and supporting quality documentation available on request
Packaging & Storage
- Available in 10ml, 20ml, 30ml, 50ml, and 100ml sizes are supplied in amber glass bottles for light protection and product stability
- Larger sizes (200ml, 500ml, 1L, and 5L) are supplied in HDPE bottles, which provide safe, chemical-resistant storage suitable for essential oils
- Store in amber bottles out of sunlight to help preserve fragrance integrity
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat
- Ensure cap is tightly sealed after each use to maintain freshness