Laurel essential oil

ESSENTIAL OIL LAVRASOSTAV: 100% natural essential oil of Laurel Nobilis INCI: Laurus Nobilis FRAGRANCE: fresh, strong, perceived as refined, with a distinctly spicy base and subtle overtones of fruity nuances Laurel is not for nothing that it has received its status of a noble plant: this one of the most ancient spicy and medicinal woods known to man. Active antifungal, antibacterial, stimulating and tonic properties, so prized in bay leaves, are fully inherent in laurel essential oil. Rare and highly prized, it has never been overly popular, confined to its status as a potent remedy used in special cases. EFFECTS ON THE PSYCHOEMOTIONAL SPHERE: Bay oil is considered one of the most effective aromatherapy tools for dealing with psychological and emotional problems. A fresh, very deep aroma gives the impression of a spiritual and meditative, but at the same time, laurel belongs not to relaxing, but to stimulating and activating perfume components. This ester has a pronounced narcotic effect, therefore it is not used in high dosages and in individual aroma pendants. Subtle overtones and the spicy base behind the camphor base has the effect of illumination, courage, awakening intuition and confidence in one's strengths and capabilities. Laurel gives determination, subconsciously removes uncertainty and doubt, bears firmness in decisions and the courage to make them. This oil is an ideal choice for people with low self-esteem and complexes, including those associated with their own personal and career opportunities, creativity. The greatest talents of Laurel noble are associated with efficiency and thinking. It is a powerful essential oil for stimulating mental activity. It improves the ability for rational thinking, contributes to the construction of logical reasoning and argumentation of their position.Despite such practical properties, the laurel promotes the activities primarily of those who are in constant creative search, whose work is associated with inspiration, intuition and insight: artists, artists, writers and musicians. Carrying self-confidence and clarity of thought, it promotes courage and the disclosure of a creative gift. For mass events and feasts, the background of laurel aroma acts as an amplifier of the solemn atmosphere. HEALING PROPERTIES: The characteristics of laurel are most fully revealed in the medical field, while its ability to treat ear infections , sprains and bruises are recognized not only by folk and non-traditional, but also by official medicine. In its antibacterial and antiseptic properties, laurel is comparable only to tea tree and lavender. But it is deprived of their softness and versatility of use, therefore it is used only in the treatment of serious diseases. The antiseptic properties of this ester are most pronounced in inflammatory and infectious skin lesions, in particular in abscesses, ulcers and boils. Laurel is no less effective as an antiseptic for the respiratory system, while stimulating expectoration and binding of phlegm (including in the treatment of bronchitis). In addition to overcoming colds and their consequences, laurel oil also helps to prevent them, can be used to strengthen general immunity. from laurel leaves can lower blood pressure and reduce heart rate. It has a tonic effect on the cardiovascular system, it is used for varicose veins at various stages. It is able to stimulate the kidneys, have a beneficial effect on the genitourinary system. Anesthetic and antispasmodic properties due to the warming nature of this ether are clearly manifested in painful symptoms associated with arthritis, muscle spasms. , rheumatism, back tension and joint inflammation. This essential oil has the ability to improve digestion and stimulate appetite. It helps to eliminate flatulence and indigestion, can be used for food poisoning. Among other properties of laurel are anti-infectious (especially for various inflammations of the oral cavity), fungicidal (effective for fungal infections of the skin and nails), diaphoretic. The ability of laurel oil to stimulate uterine contraction and menstrual cycles not fully investigated. COSMETOLOGICAL PROPERTIES: Cosmetological properties of laurel are manifested only in case of serious skin diseases. This strong, rather aggressive and toxic oil should not be used for daily and permanent care, as well as as an enhancement additive for home and industrial cosmetics for skin care. , treatment of infectious and pustular acne, as well as therapy for milliums. The antibacterial properties of this essential antiseptic allow it to be used to treat abrasions, wounds, scratches, and also as an oil that helps to lighten age spots. Unlike face and body skin care, in the complex care of hair health, laurel oil is more than appropriate: it is one of the most effective additives for hair care products prone to dandruff and excessive oiliness, scalp lesions and seborrhea. laurel is used extremely rarely, and even then its scope use limited by repellent properties: it is one of the best aroma oils for fighting cockroaches. In the perfumery industry, laurel scent is used as a subtle overtone, emphasizing the main composition. In the food industry, it is used as an analogue of dry bay leaves where the use of spices is complicated. APPLICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS: Laurel oil is considered one of the most aggressive and toxic, often causes contact allergies and inflammation on the mucous membranes and epidermis. In addition, it has a pronounced ability to increase the sensitivity of the skin up to painful sensitization, but at the same time it is not phototoxic.In no case should it be used for more than three weeks without interruption and in working with children under the age of two. During the entire period of pregnancy, the use of laurel oil is also strictly prohibited. For individual sensitivity, not only a contact test, but also an aeration test should be carried out: the smell of oil can cause severe headaches and rejection, therefore, within a few days you need to "get acquainted" with the aroma and study the reaction METHODS OF APPLICATION AND DOSAGE: Essential oil from laurel can be used for aromatherapy purposes in a limited number of ways – for aromatizing premises, in local compresses and aroma baths. Dosages: 1. for procedures in a sauna, bath and bath, 3 to 4 drops of laurel oil are enough (acceptable solvents are honey, salt and heavy cream); 2. for local compresses, rubbing and applications, use no more than 3 drops of oil; 3. it is forbidden to use more than 4 drops of laurel for aroma lamps; 4. in hair care products – 2 drops per 5 g of olive or corn oil with the addition of 15 g of this mixture per 100 ml of shampoo or mask COMBINATION WITH OTHER OILS: The scent of laurel goes well with strong and complex essential oils – pine, juniper, lavender , frankincense, sage, rosemary, spicy oils (cloves, anise, nutmeg, black pepper), citrus esters (tangerine, lemon and grapefruit). lavender, tea tree and cloves, absorbable carrots, mucolytic eucalyptus and anti-infective thyme. Of the base oils, you can use argan, hazelnut, sesame, St. John's wort, evening primrose, wheat germ oil and tamanu STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store at +5 to + 25 gr. PACKAGING: 8 ml