Laurel Leaf Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis

Main Constituents:
1.8-Cineole: 42 - 53%

Plant Part: Leaves

Origin: Turkey / Slovenia

Processing Method: Steam Distillation

Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, pale yellow-green liquid.

Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: A top note with a strong aroma, Laurel Leaf Essential Oil has a fresh, strong but sweet, camphoraceous, and somewhat spicy odor.

Blends With: Bay, Orange, Clary Sage, Cypress, Hyssop and Juniper.

Product Abstract: The laurel tree is a small unimpressive shrub or tree, originating in the eastern Mediterranean countries. The evergreen tree reaches maturity after five years and yields about 5 kg of leaves per season, which in turn gives about 50-70 g of essential oil. Laurel Leaf has been known for thousands of years, but the use of its leaves as a household culinary herb is believed to be a comparatively recent one.

Uses:

• Uplifts
• Soothes
• Stimulates Appetite
• Supports Respiration

Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

• Kid Safe:  May be used by children 10+
• Pregnancy safe: No
• Breastfeeding Safe: No
• Cat Safe: No
• Dog Safe: No
• Special Dilution Rate: 0.5% or less
• More Safety Info: Do not difuse or use this oil around children under 10 as it could cause problems with breathing. Dilute this oil using 0.5% rate or less when using it topically. 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.