Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Premium Spikenard Essential Oil | Strong scent | Nardostachys Jatamansi |

Common Name: Jatamansi, Nardo, Spikenard.
INCI: Nardostachys Jatamansi Roots Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
Parts Used: Roots.
Note: Base note. Fixative.
Odor: Earthy, deep, woody aroma.
Appearance: Brown.
Country of Origin: Nepal.
Blends: Ambrette, Angelica, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Champaca, Cardamom and other spice oils, Cistus, Clove, Fir Balsam Absolute, Galbanum, Labdanum, Lavender, Liquidambar (Styrax), Marjoram, Myrrh, Nagarmotha, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Pink Peppercorn , Pine, Rose, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang.

Spikenard Essential Oil is a species in the Valerianaceae family, which grows in the Himalayas, China, India and Tibet. Widely used in the Ayurvedic and Unani traditions of alternative medicine as a neuroprotective agent in the treatment of epilepsy, hysteria, insomnia, and seizures. In studies carried out in rats with rhizomal extract of N. jatamansi, its effect on the central nervous system has been especially studied. It has been shown to possess anticonvulsant activity, antidepressant activity, and neuroprotective effects. Reverses amnesia induced by diazepam and scopolamine (See Pub Med: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3510905/). Its potential to reduce markers of stress, such as elevated plasma corticosterone, gastric ulceration, and increased weight of the adrenal glands and spleen, has been studied. Very useful for improving cognition, alertness and concentration. Spikenard is also used to treat skin disorders and hair loss. It also has antioxidant and anticholinesterase, antioxidant and acetylcholinesterase inhibitor properties.

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. If you are pregnant, 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. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.