Ozonated olive oil is a therapeutic, oxygen-rich salve created by bubbling ozone gas through extra virgin olive oil, resulting in a potent, anti-bacterial, and antifungal, and antiviral substance. It is primarily used to promote healing for skin conditions (acne, wounds, eczema), treat oral infections, and soothe inflamed gums.
Key Benefits
- Antimicrobial (bacteria, fungi, viruses): In vitro and clinical work shows ozonated olive oil can inactivate Gram‑positive and Gram‑negative bacteria, mycetes, and viruses, which is why it is used for infected or at‑risk skin and oral lesions. Small clinical studies in oral aphthous ulcers, herpes labialis, candidiasis and angular cheilitis reported lesion regression or symptom improvement without observed toxicity.
- Wound healing support: Animal and human studies suggest faster reduction in wound size and stimulation of dermal fibroblasts and growth factors, helping repair acute and chronic cutaneous wounds. In diabetic foot ulcers, daily topical ozonated olive oil for 4 weeks significantly improved standardized wound scores and quality of life versus control, and reduced some inflammatory markers.
- Anti‑inflammatory effects: Ozone exposure can modulate transcription factors such as NF‑kB involved in inflammation and tissue repair, which may contribute to reduced local inflammation when ozonated oil is applied. Users and cosmetic brands also market it for eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis, though high‑quality trials here are sparse.
- Skin barrier and cosmetic uses: The olive oil base adds emollient and antioxidant properties, so products are promoted for dry or irritated skin, acne‑prone skin, and as an “anti‑aging” or wrinkle‑reducing cream, though most support here is from small or non‑controlled studies and marketing claims.
- Oral and gum health: Dental applications include gum disease and oral mucosal conditions; ozonated oil mouth applications have been reported to reduce plaque, gingivitis and gum bleeding, and improve various oral lesions in small clinical series.
How to Use it?
- External use: Massage a small amount directly onto the skin, allowing it to penetrate the pores.
- Oral Consumption: A teaspoon at a time, and only twice a day max
- It should be stored in a cool place, preferably in the refrigerator, to maintain stability, where it can last for a year.
