Description
Description
Litsea cubeba / exotic verbena essential oil
Latin name: Litsea Cubeba
Family: Lauraceae
Scent phase: First
Aroma: Sweet, citrus-fruity with floral tones.
Country of origin: Japan
Action
Antiseptic, bactericidal; carminative; insecticidal; stimulates and normalises menstruation; generally stimulating; astringent; antidepressant, toning.
Effect on the mind
A strong stimulating and uplifting action that creates a “rainbow” mood in a person.
Effect on the body
Being a tonic for the heart and respiratory system, it can give a restorative and stimulating effect on the whole body. Apparently especially useful for people who feel a decline of strength. The oil is believed to have a bronchodilating action and therefore can improve the condition of people with bronchitis and asthma. There is evidence of its beneficial effect on people with ischaemia. It may be a stimulant for the digestive system, able to relieve flatulence and nausea and increase appetite. Has a reputation as an effective remedy for oral thrush and promotes lactation.
Effect on the skin
The toning and astringent properties of exotic verbena essential oil give a balancing action on oily skin and hair.
Combinations
Orange, basil, jasmine, ylang-ylang, lavender, neroli, pelargonium, rose, rosemary, rosewood.
How to use: Essential oils are highly concentrated phyto-essences! They are intended for use only in a heavily diluted form, after studying specialist literature, consulting an aromatherapist and further studying the precautions!
Never neglect this warning!
Important note: the information presented in the descriptions is for educational purposes only. The data is not complete and does not guarantee accurate information.
General safety information:
* Do not take any oils internally without consulting a qualified specialist.
* Do not apply essential oils, absolutes, CO2 extracts or other concentrated preparations to the skin undiluted and without first doing a patch test.
* If you are pregnant, suffer from epilepsy, asthma or cancer, have liver damage or any other medical problems, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy specialist.
* Be extremely careful when using essential oils for the care of children. Use only mild oils and in very low doses.
* Keep essential oils out of the reach of children.
* When using essential oils, it is safest to consult a qualified practising aromatherapist.
* If you have never used a particular essential oil before, you should do patch tests before use.
Storage conditions: store in a dry, ventilated place in a glass container, out of the reach of children.
INCI: Litsea Cubeba
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