Bay Essential Oil - 5ml
Name: Bay
Common Names: West Indian bay, wild cinnamon, bay-berry, bay rum tree.
Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa
Family: Myrtaceae
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam or Water Distilled
Perfumery Note: Top
Aromatic Intensity: Strong
Aromatic Description: Sweet, fresh, spicy, slightly camphoraceous
Colour/Characteristics: Pale yellow to orange-brownish liquid
Main Chemical Constituents: eugenol, chavicol, myrcene
Blends well with: Cedarwood, eucalyptus, coriander, geranium, juniper, ginger, lavender, orange, lemon, rose, rosemary, pine, peppermint, patchouli and sandalwood.
Properties/Uses: Antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, expectorant. May be used to help relieve muscular aches and pains, arthritis, respiratory conditions, colds, flu, viral infections.
Use: Bath, massage, ointment, direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser, oil burner.
Safety: Due to the high eugenol content bay essential oil should be used with caution. It may irritate the skin and mucus membranes. Tisserand & Young suggest a dermal maximum of 0.9%. Avoid during pregnancy.
Conservation Status: Not listed
We do not recommend these products as a replacement for traditional medicine.
Do Not Ingest.
Do Not Use Undiluted.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
Discontinue Use If Irritation Occurs.
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