Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Orange Tagetes Essential Oil | Tagetes Minuta

Botanical Name: Tagetes minuta.
Family Name: Asteraceae.
Common Name: Tagetes, Zempoal, Cempoalxóchitl, X'pujuk, African Marigold, French Marigold.
INCI: Tagetes Minuta flowers Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Flowers.
Note: Top to middle note.
Odor: Rich, strong, creamy, exotic.
Appearance: Orange.
Country of Origin: United States.

Tagete essential oil has a powerful antispasmodic and expectorant action, also antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial. Relieves stomach disorders such as spasms, cramps and intestinal gas, heartburn, nausea and aerophagia. It is diuretic and enables the elimination of toxins. From a dermatological point of view, it can alleviate skin conditions such as acne, boils and psoriasis. Tagete essential oil is an excellent repellent against insects.

Tagete essential oil is photosensitizing, it is necessary to be cautious in its external use. It must be used in a very weak solution (0.5%) in vegetable oil. Never ingest it or apply it pure on the skin.

Blends: Benzoin, Bergamot and other Citrus oils, Chamomile, Champaca, Clary Sage, Coriander, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Litsea Cubeba, Mandarin, Orange, Petitgrain, Myrrh, Rose, Sandalwood, Tangerine, Tobacco, Ylang Ylang.

General Safety Information: Even a small amount is very strong and must be diluted before applying or ingesting. Use small amounts of the essential oil if you have never used it before. Pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding should not use essential oil. 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. If you are epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children.

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.