Jasmine Grandiflorum Absolute Oil

Jasmine Grandiflorum Absolute Oil

Name   Jasmine Grandiflorum
Premium Absolute, India
grandiflorum L.
fam. Oleaceae
Part   Flower
Method   Solvent extraction
Class   Ester
Country  India


Jasmine Grandiflorum

l o v e   A R O M A T H E R A P Y

Jasmine Sambac absolute has a rich, warm, floral aroma with tea-like undertones.  It is a middle/base note.
The traditional empirical and anecdotal narrative for Jasmine, often known as the "king of flower oils" is its ability to warm
the emotions by calming the nerves and encouraging feelings of confidence.

Native to Persia and Kashmir, yasmin meaning "Gift from God".  Arab poets sung its praises and used it as symbol of love and
spiritual longing. Also associated throughout history with the goddess of the moon, Isis, the Egyptian mother goddess who held
the secrets of fertility, magic and healing. She is thought to have founded the custom of marriage.
Jasmine's nature is to assist each individual's awareness of their unique passions and desires.

Caution: Never apply undiluted essential oil to the skin.  Avoid during pregnancy. Very potent use in low doses.

Methods of Application

Bath: fill the tub with bath water.  Add & swish 9-10 drops of essential oil into the bath
water.  Some essential oils are more irritating to the skin than others.  Read the safety
cautions for each essential oil.  Or add 9-10 drops of essential oil to one teaspoon of
carrier oil, such as jojoba oil and add & mix into the bath water so the essential oil is
soluble in the carrier oil before adding to the bath.

Liquid Soap: add about 30-45 drops of essential oil to 8 ounces of unscented liquid hand
soap or unscented liquid shower body wash.  Shake vigorously.

Body Oil: add about 12-15 drops of essential oil to one ounce of carrier oil, such as jojoba
oil and shake to blend.

Body Lotion: add 50-60 drops of essential oil to 16 ounces of unscented body lotion. Stir
with a spoon or stirring stick to blend the essential oil into the lotion until smooth.

Body Mist: add 10-15 drops of essential oil to a filled with
spring or distilled water.  Shake well and shake before each mist.

Liniment: add 25-20 drops of essential oil to one ounce of carrier oil, such as jojoba oil.  
Shake well to blend.

Compress: add & mix 3-5 drops of essential oil to a bowl of warm or cool water. Soak a
wash cloth, wring and apply.

Shampoo/Conditioner: add 12-15 drops of essential oil to one ounce of unscented or mild
shampoo and conditioner.  Shake well to blend.

Hair Brush: place three drops of essential oil into the palm of your hand; rub over the
natural bristles of a hair brush.  Brush your scalp and your hair.

Diffuser: add essential oils to an , candle burner or a lamp ring.

Room Mist: add 17-20 drops of essential oil to a filled with
spring or distilled water.  Shake well and shake before each mist.  

Scent:  add five drops of an essential oil to a hanky or tissue and carry with you
throughout the day.  Or place under your pillow case to ease you into sleep.

Scent:  add five drops to a cotton ball and place in drawers and linen closets.

Place: a drop of essential oil in the palm of your hand, rub your hands together and
inhale. (Keep away from your eyes). (A wonderful way to encourage a deep breath).