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Botanica Gaia Bio Moldavian Dragonhead Essential Oil | Dracocephalum Moldavica | For Aromatherapy
Botanica Gaia Bio Moldavian Dragonhead Essential Oil | Dracocephalum Moldavica | For Aromatherapy
Dracocephalum moldavica Oil for Calm, Radiance & Emotional Balance
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Botanical Name: Dracocephalum Moldavica.
Family Name: Lamiaceae.
Common Name: Mélisse de Moldavie, Xiang lan qing, Moldavian Dragonhead.
INCI: Dracocephalum Moldavica (Moldavian Dragonhead) Flowers and Leaves Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Flowers and leaves.
Odor: fresh, floral-citrus, and slightly minty, with a radiant green heart and a soft honeyed base.
Appearance: Light Gold.
Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Family Name: Lamiaceae.
Common Name: Mélisse de Moldavie, Xiang lan qing, Moldavian Dragonhead.
INCI: Dracocephalum Moldavica (Moldavian Dragonhead) Flowers and Leaves Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Flowers and leaves.
Odor: fresh, floral-citrus, and slightly minty, with a radiant green heart and a soft honeyed base.
Appearance: Light Gold.
Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Recommended dilution: 0.5–2% in carrier oils or cosmetic formulations.
Moldavian Dragonhead essential oil is a rare aromatic treasure from the mint family, native to the meadows and slopes of Eastern Europe and Central Asia. With its striking violet flowers and citrus-mint aroma, Dracocephalum moldavica has been prized for centuries in traditional herbal medicine as a tonic for the heart, nerves, and skin. Its very name—derived from the Greek drakon kephale, meaning “dragon’s head”—reflects the plant’s strength, vitality, and protective energy.
Today, this exquisite essential oil is celebrated for its uplifting yet deeply calming properties. It bridges the sensory brightness of lemon balm, the sweetness of lavender, and the cooling freshness of peppermint, making it one of nature’s most harmonizing essences.
In herbal tradition, Dracocephalum moldavica symbolizes inner courage and serene strength.
It was used as a calming herb for warriors before battle — to strengthen the heart while keeping the mind clear.
Today, it remains a plant of equilibrium, reminding us that calmness can be powerful and that true strength is gentle.
High-quality Dracocephalum moldavica essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the fresh flowering tops harvested in early bloom. The plant is cultivated in eco-rich regions of Eastern Europe under clean, pesticide-free conditions. The yield is low (about 0.1–0.2%), making the oil precious and highly valued in natural perfumery and holistic skincare.
The distillation process preserves the delicate balance of geranyl esters that define its sweet citrus-floral character. Sustainable cultivation ensures biodiversity protection and supports small regional farmers.
Aroma and Olfactory Character
The scent of Moldavian Dragonhead essential oil is fresh, floral-citrus, and slightly minty, with a radiant green heart and a soft honeyed base. It feels both energizing and relaxing a perfume of light and clarity.
-Top Notes: lemony, sparkling, slightly fruity
-Heart Notes: floral-herbal, reminiscent of lavender and melissa
-Base Notes: sweet, warm, faintly balsamic
Its fragrance opens the senses, clears mental fatigue, and inspires tranquility — ideal for personal perfumes, emotional wellness blends, and balancing skincare.
Chemical Constituents
The unique aromatic chemistry of Dracocephalum moldavica includes:
-Geranyl acetate
-Geranial (citral A)
-Neral (citral B)
-Geraniol
-Neryl acetate
-Linalool
-Citronellal
-β-Caryophyllene
This rare combination gives the oil its signature lemony-floral aroma and a synergy of antioxidant, calming, and cell-regenerative benefits. It is often compared to Melissa (lemon balm) essential oil, though Dragonhead is gentler, more stable, and far more affordable while offering similar effects.
Therapeutic Benefits
-Nervous System Relaxant Reduces tension, anxiety, and insomnia; promotes emotional balance.
-Cardiotonic & Circulatory Support Traditionally used to strengthen the heart and improve microcirculation.
-Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant Helps protect skin cells from oxidative stress and soothes irritation.
-Digestive Support Eases bloating and tension in the abdomen when used diluted in massage blends.
-Antiviral & Antibacterial Cleanses the respiratory tract and purifies the environment when diffused.
-Skin Rejuvenation Encourages regeneration, tones the skin, and supports radiant complexion.
Applications in Cosmetics & Aromatherapy
-Moldavian Dragonhead essential oil is a versatile ingredient in high-end cosmetics and aromatherapeutic preparations:
-Facial care: Brightens dull skin, reduces redness, and enhances elasticity.
-Anti-aging serums: Rich in geranyl compounds that promote collagen synthesis.
-Massage oils: Relieves stress and muscle tightness while soothing the senses.
-Diffusers & sprays: Freshens the air, lifts mood, and brings serenity.
-Hair and scalp care: Balances oil production and promotes a clean, refreshed feel.
In aromatherapy, it harmonizes mind and body, making it a perfect oil for meditation, sleep rituals, or creative work.
Recommended dilution: 0.5–2% in carrier oils or cosmetic formulations.
Emotional and Energetic Profile
Energetically, Moldavian Dragonhead is an oil of harmony and heart balance.
It calms the emotional “fire” without extinguishing vitality — ideal for people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or energetically drained. Its fragrance aligns the solar plexus and heart chakras, helping to reconnect thought and feeling with gentle clarity.
When diffused, it transforms the atmosphere with its light, citrusy sweetness, evoking the feeling of a summer morning after rain — pure, clean, and hopeful.
Moldavian Dragonhead essential oil is a rare gem of natural aromatherapy: fresh as lemon balm, floral as lavender, and grounding as cedarwood. It uplifts the spirit, comforts the heart, and beautifies the skin — all in one radiant essence.
Perfect for modern formulations seeking calm vitality, this oil bridges tradition and science, offering a natural way to restore emotional balance, rejuvenate skin, and refresh the senses. Its luminous fragrance and therapeutic elegance make it an ideal addition to luxury skincare, diffusers, and holistic blends.
Safety Guidelines:
-Always patch test before topical use.
-Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
-Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
-Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
-Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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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.