Botanica Gaia 100% Bio Laurel Berry Essential Oil | Laurus Nobilis | For Aromatherapy and Skin Care

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.