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Product name: Valerian Essential Oil
Manufacturer: Pioneer Herb Industrial Co., Ltd
Character: light amber oil which has a warm, balsamic aroma.
Latin Name: Valeriana officinalis
Valerian Essential Oil information
Locally known as 'all heal', it has enjoyed a long history of medicinal use. It is a strong oil and works on the central nervous system as a sedative. Very soothing and relaxing,
especially during very stressful, difficult times, and where there is any nervous tension. It encourages sleep and restfulness ideal addition to an evening bath.
Origin of Valerian Essential Oil
Valerian Essential Oil is a member of the Valerianaceae family, an erect perennial that grows up to one and a half metres high with dark green leaves and white to deep pink red
flowers. It has thick, greyish rhizomes which often show above the ground. Native to Europe and parts of Asia
Precautions
Natural Touch Aromatherapy's Valerian Oil is produced in Croatia and this non-toxic and non-irritant oil is botanically related to Spikenard oil.
Applications
Valerian essential oil, Valeriana Officinalis, has been used for hypochondria, nervous headaches, irritability, mild spasmodic affections, diarrhea, epilepsy, migraine
headaches, croup, hysteria, convulsions, vertigo, nervous cough, delirium, neuralgia, muscle cramps, gas pains, stomach cramps, spasms, palpitations, gas, colic, depression, panic
attacks, emotional stress, PMS, menstrual cramps, despondency, insomnia.
Valerian Essential oil blends well with
It blends well with several oils including Patchouli, Lavender and Petitgrain. As it can cause sensitisation and deep relaxation it should be used in moderation and at no more
than 1% in a blend.
When combined with a massage this oil promotes a feeling of deep relaxation. Many therapists recommend that their clients do not drive after this oil has been used on them.
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