Characteristics
A colorless or pale yellow liquid with a strong, fresh, minty, herbaceous scent and a
woody, balsamic undertone. A shrubby evergreen bush up to 6 feet high with silvery green,
needle shaped leaves and pale blue flowers. The whole plant is strongly aromatic.
Aromatherapy and Skin Care
Acne, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, greasy hair, insect repellent, lice, promotes hair
growth, scabies, stimulates scalp, varicose veins, arteriosclerosis, fluid retention,
gout, muscular pain, palpitations, poor circulation, rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis,
whooping cough, colitis, dyspepsia, flatulence, jaundice, colds, flu, infections,
headaches, hypotension, neuralgia, mental fatigue, nervous exhaustion, stress related
disorders, analgesic, antimicrobial, anti-oxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic,
antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, fungicidal,
hypertensive, parasiticide, restorative, stimulant
Extraction
Essential oil by steam distillation of the fresh flowering tops.
Blends Well With
Lavender, Citronella, Oregano, Thyme, Pine, Basil, Peppermint, Cedarwood, Petitgrain,
Cinnamon, and other spice oils
Cautions
Non-toxic, non-irritant (in dilution only), non-sensitizing. Avoid during pregnancy. Not
to be used by epileptics. |
