Bio Spikenard Essential Oil | Nardostachys Jatamansi | For Aromatherapy

Overview

A precious steam-distilled oil from the roots and rhizomes of Nardostachys jatamansi. Its rich, musky, rooty and balsamic aroma gives depth to meditative blends, spiritual perfumes and incense-inspired compositions, where it performs as an intense and long-lasting base note.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Nardostachys jatamansi (D.Don) DC.
• Family: Caprifoliaceae
• Common names: Spikenard, jatamansi, nard
• INCI: Nardostachys Jatamansi Root Oil
• Parts used: Roots and rhizomes,
• Extraction: Steam distillation
• Appearance: Brown
• Odour: Earthy, musky, woody, rooty, balsamic and slightly sweet
• Country of origin: Nepal
• Perfumery note: Base

Aromatic Profile

Intense and complex: musky earth, roots and dark woods, softened by balsamic, slightly sweet, leathery, herbaceous and resinous nuances. Persistent and meditative.

Composition & Formulation

• Use with restraint: a small amount can add substantial depth and persistence.

Applications

• Aromatherapy and meditation blends
• Natural perfumery and botanical perfume oils
• Anointing and ritual aromatic oils
• Solid perfumes and perfume balms
• Root, wood, amber, resin and incense accords

Blending Direction

Combines well with frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood, labdanum, benzoin, rose, lavender, clary sage and other resinous or woody materials.

Safety & Handling

• For external use only; do not ingest.
• Do not apply undiluted essential oil directly to skin.
• Patch test the finished formulation.
• Seek qualified guidance for use during pregnancy, with young children, by sensitive users or alongside medical treatment.