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Mint Oil, Spearmint Oil, Mentha Leaves, Mentha Oil, Mentha Spicata, Mint Crystal

Description
A glabrous perennial, 30-90cm high, with creeping rhizomes, leaves smooth or nearly so, sessile, lanceolate to ovate, acute, coarsely, dentate, smooth above, glandular below, flowers lilac, in loose, cylindrical slender, interrupted spikes.

Chemical Constituents
Major components in the spearming oil are carvone, dipentent, dihydrocarveol, dihydrocarveol acetate, and limonene.

Cosmetic Uses
Mint oil is commonly used for medicinal, culinary and cosmetic purposes. Mint is well known for its ability to ease indigestion and upset stomach. The menthol in mint can help clear sinuses and relieve cold symptoms. In some cases, mint is used to alleviate migraines and fever. It is best to consult a physician before self-treating any potential ailment or symptoms.

Mint is Aromatic, cosmetic, culinary, and medicinal. Fresh or dried leaves scent sachets and potpourris. Spearmint is used in baths to refresh and cool skin, in facials to cleanse the skin, and in lotions. Mint oil has wide uses in tooth paste, mouth wash, chewing gum, candy, hair oil, perfume, cigarettes and cosmetic products.

Mint oil can be found in a wide variety of common household products, ranging from tea to toothpaste. The oil is gathered via a distillation process whereby the mint leaves are steamed, allowing natural oils to surface. It can take hundreds of leaves to produce just a few teaspoons of mint oil, but just a couple drops can be extremely powerful. Mint oil is also frequently added to massage oil, lotions and shampoos.

Many renowned chefs include mint oil in their recipes to add flavor. It is also widely used in candy, cookies, jellies, and of course, chewing gum. The juices and drinks use freshly crushed mint leaves. Mint imparts a clean, refreshing taste, making it a popular ingredient in many types of foods. The home fragrance industry has capitalized on mint as well. Mint oil is often used in potpourri, sachets and room sprays. It is usually combined with other fragrant herbs such as lavender or bergamot and lends a revitalizing quality.

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Aloe Vera Leaf, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Aloe Vera Spray Dried Powder : 100X & 200X.

Description
A coarse perennial with short stem and shallow root system: leaves fleshy in rosettes, sessile, often crowded with homy pickles on the margins, convex below, 45-60cm long tapering to a blunt point, surface pale green with irregular white blotches, flowers yellow or orange in racemes; fruits loculicidal capsule.

Chemical Constituents
The leaves contain barbaloin, chrysophanol glocoside and the aglycone, aloe-emodin. The mucilage of the leaves contains glucose, galactose, mannose and galacturonic acid in addition to an unidentified aldopentose and a protein with 18 amino acids. The plant contains aloesone and aloesin.Chemical analysis has revealed that this clear gel contains amino acids, minerals, vitamins, enzymes, proteins, polysaccharides and biological stimulators.

Origin of Henna essential oil:
A perennial shrub native to northern Africa, Asia, and Australia, is naturalized and cultivated in the tropics of America, Egypt, India and parts of the Middle East

Description of Henna:
A glabrous much-branched deciduous shrub with 4-gonous lateral branches often ending in spines, leaves simple, flowers are white or rose colored. Fruits are globose capsules. Seeds are numerous, smooth and pyramidal.

Appearance : Thick liquid

Aroma : Luscious floral aroma

Color : Rich orange

Chemical constituents:: oil has various chemical compounds that include ethyl hexadecanoate, (E)-methyl cinnamate, isocaryophyllene, (E)-?-ionone and methyl linolenate.

Extraction: It is extracted by the steam distillation of leaves.

Aromatherapy uses:
The medicinal and calming properties of oil is that it is very useful in aromatherapy. It provides soothing effect to the mind, soul and body. It helps to cool the body and detoxify it. This natural oil with its curing properties is used in anti dandruff products and is also used to nourish hair and make them more shiny.

Pharmaceutical uses:
It promotes mental peace, calmness,emotions, relaxation and cheerfulness. Reduces mental fatigue and confusion. An invaluable hair oil treatment. Controls premature greying. Prevent hair loss and promote luxurious hair growth.

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Nutmeg Seeds, Nutmeg fruit

Description
A large evergreen dioecious tree, reaching 30 m height and about 2 m girth. Bark smooth, surface blackish green, with small exfoliation; outer bark 1-2 mm thick, dead; inner bark 1-1.3 cm thick, fibrous, striate, deep red, exuding reddish watery juice when cut freshly. Wood yellowish brown, moderately hard. Branchlets robust, hairless, the terminal bud velvety. Leaves alternate, simple elliptic to oblong-lanceolate, 10-25 x 5-10 cm, base rounded, apex acute, margin entire, harless, leathery, shining above, bluish grey beneath; lateral nerves 16-18 pairs, prominent. Flowers unisexual, male and female flowers seen in separate trees. Male flowers 5-6 long, white stalkless or shortly stalked, 10-20 together arising on short woody structures, hairy brown tomentsone, thin fleshy. female flowers usually solitary rarely 3-4 together more or less stalkless, slightly bigger than male flowers, white Drupes 1-3 together, broadly ovoid to ellipsoid, 4-8 x 3-6 cm, powdery-pubescent with fleshy outer rind. Seeds ovoid, 2-4 x1.5-3 cm, smooth, covered with fleshy dissected orange-red to creamy white aril.

Chemical Constituents
Triglycerides, palmtic, stearic oleic and linoleic, glyceride trisaturated, trace, di-saturated mono-unsaturated, mono-saturated di-unsaturated and tri-unsaturated.

Cosmetic Uses
Nutmeg is used as flavoring agent especially analgesic and tonic preparations. Soaps, lotions, detergents, cosmetics, perfumes. Mace oleoresin used in colognes, perfumes, Both oils and oleoresin are used in most major food categories.

Origin of Sweet Almond essential oil:
The Almond tree is a native of the warmer parts of originated in western or central Asia, by 4000BC they had spread extensively and have been widely used for both culinary and other purposes for thousands of years. They were introduced to Northern India in the 16th century by Persians immigrants who settled in the region and as with Portugal and Spain, almonds are now an established ingredient in some North Indian cuisines in particular the Mughlai style of cooking.

Description of Sweet Almond :
It was very early introduced into England, probably by the Romans, and occurs in the Anglo-Saxon lists of plants, but was not cultivated in England before 1562 and then chiefly for its blossom.

Appearance : Bright and clear oily liquid

Aroma : Light, Slightly sweet and nutty

Color : Clear pale yellow

Chemical constituents:: Sweet almond oil has various chemical compounds that include consists chiefly of Olein, with a small proportion of the Glyceride of Linolic Acid and other Glycerides.

ExtractionIt is extracted by cold expression of nuts.

Pharmaceutical uses: 
Sweet almond oil is used as a moisturizer and as a carrier oil in aromatherapy. It is an effective emollient, softening and smoothing the skin. It is one of the most commonly used carrier oils because it does not leave a greasy residue. It is obtained from the dried kernel of the almond tree. The oil from the almond nut is rich in vitamin A and a superb natural moisturiser. Sweet almond oil is very beneficial for dry and mature skin, providing necessary moisture.

Flavorings
Fresh sweet almonds possess demulcent and nutrient properties but as the outer brown skin sometimes causes irritation of the alimentary canal, they are blanched by removal of this skin when used for food. Though pleasant to the taste, their nutritive value is diminished unless well masticated, as they are difficult of digestion and may in some cases induce nettlerash and feverishness. They have a special diabetic value. They contain practically no starch and are therefore often made into flour for cakes and biscuits for patients suffering from diabetes.

Origin of Sandalwood essential oil:
Sandalwood oil is from India and extracted from Santalum album of the Santalaceae family and is also known as East Indian sandalwood, santal, saunders and sandalwood Mysore. The documented use of the wood goes back 4000 years and caravans carrying this wood from India to Egypt, Greece and Rome were a familiar sight. Many temples were built from the wood and the Egyptians used the oil in embalming. 

Description of Sandalwood :
Sandalwood is an evergreen, parasitic tree that burrows its roots into other trees. It can grow up to 9 meters (30 feet) high and has a brown-gray trunk, many smooth slender branches, leathery leaves and small pink-purple flowers. It is agreed that the best sandalwood oil is from Mysore in India.

Appearance : wooden chips and powdered forms.

Aroma : Woody, Exotic smell, Subtle and Lingering

Color : Pale yellow to pale gold

Chemical constituents: The main chemical components are santalol, santyl acetate and santalene.

Extraction: Sandalwood oil is extracted from the chipped heartwood by steam distillation.

Aromatherapy uses: 
It is considered a cooling and calming aromatic herb, with astringent, antispasmodic, digestive, diuretic, analgesic and antiseptic properties. It is wonderfully relaxing, reducing confusion and balancing the mind. On the skin, sandalwood essential oil helps to moisturize and hydrate ageing, dry or flaky skin, relieving itching and inflammation and its astringent action balances oily skin conditions. Sandalwood is much in demand as incense and has a calming effect during meditation. Swahra yoga recommends it for the union of the senses and Tantric yoga for the awakening of sexual energy. The oil of Sandalwood is used externally in aromatherapy and is said to calm the mind and body. It has been employed in the rooms of patients with mental health problems, as its fragrance is said to have a calming effect. It is also thought to help those who are suffering from stress and to soothe tension and anxie

Origin of Evening primrose essential oil:
Evening Primrose is a common wildflower found in North America, Europe and parts of Asia . This plant was used by Native Americans, evening primrose has also been used medicinally in Europe since the seventeenth century. Over the last 20 years, this oil has once again become popular for its medicinal properties and is now a common dietary supplement. 

Description of Evening primrose essential oil:
Solvent-free, cold-pressed evening primrose oil extracted from the seeds of the Evening Primrose plant 

Appearance : Liquid or in the form of capsules.

Aroma : Slight lemon scent

Color : Light yellow

Chemical constituents: Evening primrose essential oil has various chemical compounds that include Gamma-Linolenic Acid and Linoleic Acid, Polyunsaturated fatty Acid.

Extraction: It is extracted by the expression of the seeds.

Aromatherapy uses: 
It provides nutritional support and to treat against conditions such as sore throats, stomachaches, hemorrhoids, and bruises. It was given for stomach and liver complaints as well as disorders of the female reproductive system. More recently, the discovery of antioxidant and other properties of the seed oil has focused attention on its usefulness in treating a range of diseases and disorders, including as an anti-inflammatory, and for premenstrual syndrome (PMS), rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis, ulcerative colitis, menopausal problems and heart disease

Origin of Fennel essential oil:
The name is derived from the Latin word 'foenum' which means 'hay'. In Medieval times it was known as 'Fenkle' and was a very popular herb with the ancient Chinese, Egyptians and Romans who believed it conveyed longevity, courage and strength as well as warding of spirits.

Description of Fennel oil: 
Fennel grows up to 2 meters (6 feet) in height, the ultimate leaves very numerous, filiform, the superior leaves with sheaths longer than the blade. It is closely related to sweet and bitter fennel commercially produced for either the seed which is used as a spice or the essential oil extracted from the seed. The essential oil of sweet fennel is used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, perfumery and as a food additive. Extensive research has been conducted on the chemical composition of volatile oils of sweet fennel.

Appearance: Thin liquid

Aroma : : Sweet, somewhat spicy, licorice-like (Anise) aroma 

ColorColorless to pale yellow

Chemical constituents: Fennel oil has various chemical compounds that include trans-anethole, a-pinene, myrcene, fenchone, methyl chavicol, limonene, cineole and anisic aldehyde.

Extraction: It is extracted by the steam distillation of squashed seeds.

Therapeutic Effects:
It is gentle but effective for the same conditions and has a more appealing scent, also used for respiratory ailments, bronchitis, feverish conditions, the flu and skin problems such as burns, ulcers and wounds. It has a toning effect on the spleen and liver. It has a cleansing and toning effect on the skin, helping with bruises, sorting out overly oily skin and to fight wrinkles in more mature complexions (possibly due to the estrogenic properties of the oil).

As a digestive aid chew a handful of the seeds or take an infusion or tincture. When used as an infusion or tincture it can bring on menstruation, help with abdominal cramps and as a possible aid in the treatment of prostrate cancer. 

To use as a tea to help digestion use 1 to 2 teaspoons of crushed seeds per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes and then drink.

Pharmaceutical uses : 
It is beneficial in conditions of excess fluid such as bleeding, nosebleeds, heavy menstruation, heavy perspiration, cough and bronchitis, haemorrhages and fluid retention. Furthermore, cypress oil helps to regulate the menstrual cycle, helps to ease arthritis and rheumatic pain and it is also beneficial to oily as well as congested skin and wounds. It acts as an antiperspirant and as massaging for abdominal pains.

Aromatherapy Uses : 
Fennel oil is a remedy for digestive complaints such as flatulence, constipation, colic, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, dyspepsia and hiccups. It is also used in cases of obesity as it promotes that 'full feeling' and has a diuretic effect that helps to disperse cellulite. It is also used for increasing insufficient milk in nursing mothers but for boosting breast milk rather use the fresh herb, since the oil contains very high concentrations of trans-anethole.

Origin of Thyme essential oil:
It is an ancient herb used in medicine by the Greeks, the Egyptians and the Romans and is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows up to 45 cm (18 inches) high, with a woody root system, much-branched stem, small elliptical greenish gray aromatic leaves and pale purple or white flowers. The name is derived from the Greek word 'thymos' that means 'perfume' and was used as an incense in Greek temples. The Egyptians used it in embalming process.

Description of Thyme essential oil:
The Thyme plant is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows up to 45 cm (18 inches) in height. It has a woody root system, a multi-branched stem, small elliptical greenish gray aromatic leaves and pale purple or white flowers. It is considered anti-bacterial and anti infectious, as well as being a fungicide. Thyme oil has a fresh, herbaceous, medicinal scent. It has often been described as sharp and warming.

Appearance : Light to medium liquid

Aroma : Fresh, Medicinal, Herbaceous 

Color : Reddish brown to orange

Chemical constituents: Thyme oil has various chemical compounds that include a-thujene, pinene, camphene, pinene, cymene, terpinene, linalool, borneol, caryophyllene, thymol, carvacrol.

Extraction: It is extracted by the steam distillation of leaves .

Aromatherapy uses:
The therapeutic properties of thyme oil are antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, bechic, cardiac, carminative, cicatrisant, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, hypertensive, insecticide, stimulant, tonic and vermifuge.

Pharmaceutical uses:
It is an intestinal antiseptic, valuable in gastric infections, used for treating colds, coughs and sore throats, nose and chest infections when used as an inhalation or as a mouthwash or gargle. Thyme is effective against bacteria that cause mouth and gum infections. Thyme is an excellent pulmonary disinfectant, useful for all respiratory infections. Thyme is very effective against mouth and throat infections.

Incence and Candles:
The incence of thyme offers the finest quality incense. It is burned with charcoal incense(recognizable by their firm black composition) burn very clean, allowing the true fragrance of the incense to flow freely without a preponderance of wood burning pulp.

Cosmetics and Toiletries: In cosmetics thyme oil is used as

Origin of Tagetes essential oil:
Tagetes is native to South America and Mexico, but now grows wild in Africa, Europe, India and North America and is a weed with deeply divided deep-green feathery leaves and numerous yellowish-orange carnation-like flowers. The leaves and flowers are a good insect repellent and are often seen hanging from native huts to deter swarms of flies and mosquitoes.

Description of Tagetes essential oil:
Tagetes is an annual herb up to 60 cm high with soft, oval, pale leaves and bright orange daisy-like flowers. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation from the fresh flowering herb and also an absolute (and concrete) by solvent extraction from the flowering herb. Tagetes is known in Africa as 'Khakibush'. It is now also grown in France andIndia. Tagetes is essentially a weed with deeply divided, dark green leaves with numerous ornamental yellowish-orange carnation-like flowers.

Appearance : Thin liquid

Aroma : Fresh, Sweet, Floral, Slightly fruity

Color : Gold

Chemical constituents: Tagetes has various chemical compounds that include tagetones, ocimene, myrcene, linalool, limonene, pinenes, carvone, citral, camphene, valeric acid and salicylaldehyde.

Extraction: It is extracted by steam distillation of the flowering herb.

Aromatherapy uses:
The therapeutic properties of tagetes oil are anti-infectious, anti-microbial, , anti-spasmodic, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, insecticide and . Tagetes oil is best known for its ability to keep insects away. It is also credited by aromatherapists as helping with parasitic and fungal issues, while also being able to facilitate the flow of mucous and loosening congestion. It has also been used on cuts, sores and bunions.

Origin of Sesame seed essential oil:
The precise origin of the species is not known, although its closest relatives occur in Africa. It is widely naturalised in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds. Sesame seeds may be the oldest condiment known to man dating back to as early as 1600 BC.

Description of Sesame seed :
It is an annual plant growing to 50-100 cm tall with opposite leaves 4-14 cm long with an entire margin. The flowers are white to purple, tubular, 3-5 cm long with a four-lobed mouth.

Appearance : Mildly thick

Aroma : Medium with a distinctive sweet, nutty sesame scent.

Color : Light yellow

Chemical constituents:: Sesame seed oil has various chemical compounds that include phenolic antioxidants, sesamol (3,4-methylenedioxyphenol) and sesaminol.

Extraction: It is extracted by cold pressing of seeds.

Aromatherapy uses: 
Sesame oil is used for massage and health treatments of the body in the ancient Indian ayurvedic system. Sesame seed oil is said to remove wrinkles when applied to the skin in a facial massage. Sesame Oil is also used in holistic preparations for everything from treating infections to stimulating brain activity.

Origin of Sesame seed essential oil:
The precise origin of the species is not known, although its closest relatives occur in Africa. It is widely naturalised in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds. Sesame seeds may be the oldest condiment known to man dating back to as early as 1600 BC.

Description of Sesame seed :
It is an annual plant growing to 50-100 cm tall with opposite leaves 4-14 cm long with an entire margin. The flowers are white to purple, tubular, 3-5 cm long with a four-lobed mouth.

Appearance : Mildly thick

Aroma : Medium with a distinctive sweet, nutty sesame scent.

Color : Light yellow

Chemical constituents:: Sesame seed oil has various chemical compounds that include phenolic antioxidants, sesamol (3,4-methylenedioxyphenol) and sesaminol.

Extraction: It is extracted by cold pressing of seeds.

Aromatherapy uses: 
Sesame oil is used for massage and health treatments of the body in the ancient Indian ayurvedic system. Sesame seed oil is said to remove wrinkles when applied to the skin in a facial massage. Sesame Oil is also used in holistic preparations for everything from treating infections to stimulating brain activity.

Pharmaceutical uses:: 
Sesame oil rubbed on the skin may soothe a minor burn or sunburn as well as help in the healing process. It stimulates blood circulation and benefit the nervous system. Sesame oil is a pharmaceutic aid used as a solvent for intramuscular injections and has nutritive, demulcent and emollient properties and has been used as a laxative. The oil was used during the 4th century by the Chinese as a remedy for toothaches and gum disease. Sesame oil is known to reduce cholesterol due to the high polyunsaturated fat content in the oil. Other uses include the treatment of blurred vision, dizziness and headaches. The Indians have used sesame oil as an antibacterial mouthwash, to relieve anxiety and insomnia. A recent clinical trial proved that sesame oil was significantly more effective for treating nasal mucosa dryness due to a dry winter climate than isotonic sodium chloride solution. In addition, sesame oil contains large amounts of linoleate in triglyceride form which selectively inhibited malignant melanoma growth.

Origin of Sesame seed essential oil:
The precise origin of the species is not known, although its closest relatives occur in Africa. It is widely naturalised in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds. Sesame seeds may be the oldest condiment known to man dating back to as early as 1600 BC.

Description of Sesame seed :
It is an annual plant growing to 50-100 cm tall with opposite leaves 4-14 cm long with an entire margin. The flowers are white to purple, tubular, 3-5 cm long with a four-lobed mouth.

Appearance : Mildly thick

Aroma : Medium with a distinctive sweet, nutty sesame scent.

Color : Light yellow

Chemical constituents:: Sesame seed oil has various chemical compounds that include phenolic antioxidants, sesamol (3,4-methylenedioxyphenol) and sesaminol.

Extraction: It is extracted by cold pressing of seeds.

Aromatherapy uses: 
Sesame oil is used for massage and health treatments of the body in the ancient Indian ayurvedic system. Sesame seed oil is said to remove wrinkles when applied to the skin in a facial massage. Sesame Oil is also used in holistic preparations for everything from treating infections to stimulating brain activity.

Pharmaceutical uses:: 
Sesame oil rubbed on the skin may soothe a minor burn or sunburn as well as help in the healing process. It stimulates blood circulation and benefit the nervous system. Sesame oil is a pharmaceutic aid used as a solvent for intramuscular injections and has nutritive, demulcent and emollient properties and has been used as a laxative. The oil was used during the 4th century by the Chinese as a remedy for toothaches and gum disease. Sesame oil is known to reduce cholesterol due to the high polyunsaturated fat content in the oil. Other uses include the treatment of blurred vision, dizziness and headaches. The Indians have used sesame oil as an antibacterial mouthwash, to relieve anxiety and insomnia. A recent clinical trial proved that sesame oil was significantly more effective for treating nasal mucosa dryness due to a dry winter climate than isotonic sodium chloride solution. In addition, sesame oil contains large amounts of linoleate in triglyceride form which selectively inhibited malignant melanoma growth. 

It is also used in manufacturing paints, lubricants and resins. 

Flavorings: :
Sesame is used widely in food additives. It is used as a whole in cooking for its rich nutty flavour. It is used as a source of cooking oil. Sesame seeds are sometimes added to breads, including baegel and the top of hamburgers and buns. Sesame seeds are baked into crackers often in the form of sticks. 

Sesame seeds can be made into a paste called tahini (used in various ways, including in hummus and a confectionary called halvah. It is preferred in cooking in India as it is cholestrol free. It is also very popular in Korean cuisine, used to marinate meat and vegetables. Sesame seeds are also sprinkled onto some sushi style foods. 

Origin of Tagetes essential oil:
Tagetes is native to South America and Mexico, but now grows wild in Africa, Europe, India and North America and is a weed with deeply divided deep-green feathery leaves and numerous yellowish-orange carnation-like flowers. The leaves and flowers are a good insect repellent and are often seen hanging from native huts to deter swarms of flies and mosquitoes.

Description of Tagetes essential oil:
Tagetes is an annual herb up to 60 cm high with soft, oval, pale leaves and bright orange daisy-like flowers. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation from the fresh flowering herb and also an absolute (and concrete) by solvent extraction from the flowering herb. Tagetes is known in Africa as 'Khakibush'. It is now also grown in France andIndia. Tagetes is essentially a weed with deeply divided, dark green leaves with numerous ornamental yellowish-orange carnation-like flowers.

Appearance : Thin liquid

Aroma : Fresh, Sweet, Floral, Slightly fruity

Color : Gold

Chemical constituents: Tagetes has various chemical compounds that include tagetones, ocimene, myrcene, linalool, limonene, pinenes, carvone, citral, camphene, valeric acid and salicylaldehyde.

Extraction: It is extracted by steam distillation of the flowering herb.

Aromatherapy uses:
The therapeutic properties of tagetes oil are anti-infectious, anti-microbial, , anti-spasmodic, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, insecticide and . Tagetes oil is best known for its ability to keep insects away. It is also credited by aromatherapists as helping with parasitic and fungal issues, while also being able to facilitate the flow of mucous and loosening congestion. It has also been used on cuts, sores and bunions.

Pharmaceutical uses:
Tagetes oil is valuable in keeping insects at bay and can help with parasitic and fungal infestation. It is used for chest infections, coughs and catarrh, dilating the bronchi, facilitating the flow of mucus and dislodging congestion and can be used in cases of skin infections. The unusual smelling essential oil of tagetes will help focus on emotions and is used with great effect to treat fungal infections and boosts the respiratory system, by dilating the bronchi and facilitating decongestion. It is used in moderation for bruises, burns, calluses, Candida, corns, cuts, eczema, fly repellent, fungal infections, inflammations, insect bites, rashes, sore muscles, sprains and warts.

Origin of Jasmine essential oil:
Originally from China and Northern India, it was brought to Spain by the Moors, with France, Italy, Morocco, Egypt, China, Japan and Turkey currently producing the best essential oil. The name Jasmine is derived from the Persian word 'yasmin'. 

Description of Jasmine essential:
Jasmine is an evergreen, fragile, climbing shrub, that can grow up to 10 meters (33 feet) high and has dark green leaves and small white star-shaped flowers which are picked at night, when the aroma is most intense. Jasmine essential oil has a sweet, exotic and richly floral smell.

Appearance : Viscous liquid

Aroma : Warm, Floral, Exotic

Color : Deep brown with a golden tinge

Chemical constituents: Jasmine oil has various chemical compounds that include Benzyl acetate,inalool, benzyl alcohol, indole, benzyl benzoate, cis-jasmone, , methyl anthranilate, p.cresol, farnesol, cis-3-hexenyl benzoate, eugenol, nerol, ceosol, benzoic acide, benzaldehyde, terpineol, nerolidol, isophytol and phytol. 

Extraction: It is steam distilled from dried and crushed rhizome and roots.

Aromatherapy uses:
The aromatherapy properties includes anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic, antiseptic, calmative, , laxative and tonic diuretic, carminative, stomachic and laxative (excellent when used over time in cases of chronic constipation).

Pharmaceutical uses:
Jatamansi oil can be effective for tension, stress, migraine, nervous indigestion and insomnia. It seems to have rejuvenating qualities especially for the mature skin and can help with allergies, skin inflammations and rashes. At the Preston clinic, this oil is being used successfully in intestinal colic and nervous disorders. Jatamansi oil can be employed in the treatment of epilepsy, hysteria and in many varieties of convulsive affections. It is used in cases of heart palpitations (even as a substitute for Valerian). Its antispasmodic characteristics are unsurpassed. 

Spikenard blends well with Lavender, Patchouli, Pine, Vetiver and spice oils.

Incence n perfumery:
It is used extensively in perfumery applications and manufacturing of incence. Spikenard is used in preparation of incence which has great demand for religious ceremonies and aesthetic purposes as it smolders. It has been popularly used for thousands of years within India as an integral part of Hindu deity worship. Chinese, Korean, and Japanese society used incense as a time keeping device in the form of incense clocks.It holds an important usage in Buddhism. It is also used in perfumery of oriental bases, heavy florals, fougeres, woody bases, animal ambre types etc and in flavors as a modifier for calamus, valerian, hop, ginger cardamom. 

Folklore 
Spikenard oil is used in folklore and as herbal medicine for its healing properties. Its healing properties are widely acclaimed in every continents. These plants are still widely used in ethnomedicine around the world. The oil is also used for promoting hair growth and also helps in color maintenance. The oil is not recommended for food additives