Guide to Jasmine Essential Oil
Guide to Jasmine Essential Oil
Jasmine is an evergreen climbing shrub that has small white flowers with a sweet, romantic and intense aroma. Even though Jasmine oil has been used in home remedies to treat depression and infections it is best known as an aphrodisiac.
Scientific Name / Botanical name: Jasminum officinale
Oil Origin: Flower
Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction
Aroma: Flowery, sweet
Odor strength: Medium strength
Country of origin: India
Benefits
Ways to use
Aromatherapy
When inhaled the sweet aroma helps improve mood and energy levels
Fill diffuser with water
Relaxing bath
Jasmine oil in the bath promotes relaxation, eases muscle pain, and reduces tension, stress and nervousness
Hair oil
Moisturizes hair and scalp and prevents dryness and itching
Recommended Essential Oil Blends:
Most floral and citrus essential oils blend well with Indian basil oil. Most commonly used Oils that blend well with basil essential oil are
Recommended Carrier oils:
Safety
- Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and sensitive areas.
- Never apply essential oils to the skin or scalp directly. It is highly recommended to dilute the oil using a carrier oil to avoid skin irritation.
- Do a patch test before topical use to make sure there are no allergic reactions to any essential oil.
- If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication; consult a physician before use.