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Botanica Gaia 100% Bio Laurel Berry Essential Oil | Laurus Nobilis | For Aromatherapy and Skin Care
Botanica Gaia 100% Bio Laurel Berry Essential Oil | Laurus Nobilis | For Aromatherapy and Skin Care
Steam-distilled Laurel Berry essential oil with a warm, spicy and resinous aromatic profile.
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Botanical Name: Laurus Nobilis.
Family Name: Lauraceae.
Common Name: Bay laurel, Sweet bay, True laurel, Grecian laurel.
INCI: Laurus Nobilis Berries Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Berries.
Note: Middle note.
Odor: Dry, herbaceous.
Appearance: Clear.
Country of Origin: Spain.
Blends: Bergamot, Cassie, Cinnamon, Cistus, Clary Sage, Cypress, Fir, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Labdanum, Laurel Leaf, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Mimosa, Neroli, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Thyme, Spruce, Verbena, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang.
Essential oil distilled from the berries of the laurel plant. Not to be confused with the carrier oil extracted from the seeds.
Bay berry essential oil has a deep, warm, and spicy aroma, with sweet and slightly fruity notes that distinguish it from oil extracted from the leaves. Its olfactory profile is complex, with a resinous base and nuances reminiscent of pepper and clove.
Color and Texture:
It is usually golden yellow to amber in color, with a thicker texture than the leaf essential oil.
Main Properties:
-Analgesic and anti-inflammatory.
-Antiseptic and antimicrobial.
-Stimulates the lymphatic system.
-Soothes muscle and joint pain.
-Emotional comfort and energy booster.
Traditional Uses:
Historically, it has been used for therapeutic massages, especially for rheumatism or muscle tension. It has also been valued in natural perfumery for its warm and deep aroma. In some cultures, it is considered a protective and purifying oil.
Precautions:
Due to its rich phenolic composition, it is recommended to dilute it well before applying it to the skin.
General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.
Specifications
- Botanical name: Laurus nobilis L.
- Family: Lauraceae.
- Common names: Bay laurel; Sweet bay; True laurel; Grecian laurel.
- Plant part: Berries.
- Extraction method: Steam distilled.
- Perfumery note: Middle.
Aromatic Profile
- Opening: Dry and herbaceous.
- Heart: Warm and spicy, with pepper- and clove-like nuances.
- Base nuance: Sweet, slightly fruity and resinous.
- Perfumery role: Middle note.
Formulation & Usage
Suitable for diluted aromatic formulations.
Applications
Perfumery and Aromatic Products
- For warm herbal, spicy, resinous and Mediterranean-style accords.
- Test compatibility and odor strength in the finished product.
Safety & Handling
- Patch test the finished topical product.
- Use extra caution for children, pregnancy, older adults, sensitive skin, medical conditions or medication use; seek qualified professional guidance.
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from heat and heat and flames.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.