Laurus nobilis
The Bay Laurel is a species of evergreen shrubs from the Lauraceae family native to the Mediterranean basin and can grow up to 6 m wide and 20 m high.
The essential oil of Noble Laurel is extracted from the plant's leaves by steam distillation.
The leaves of the Noble Laurel are traditionally used to eliminate bronchial secretions and are highly appreciated as a flavoring in cooking.
Identification
Label Name: Essential Oil of Noble Laurel
Botanical Species: Laurus Nobilis
Family: Lauraceae
Part Used: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: Canada
Main Components: 1,8 cineole, Alpha pinene, Alpha terpineol, Sabinene, and Linalool
Uses: Massages, inhalations, diffusions
Properties for External Use
- Expectorant and mucolytic
- Antibacterial
- Antiviral
- Antifungal
- Nervous rebalancing
- Antispasmodic
Main Uses for External Use
- Helps to thin mucus and promote its expulsion from the respiratory tract.
- Helps fight bacteria such as staphylococci, streptococci, and (scheria coli.
- Also helps reduce the spread of viruses and fight against fungi.
- Helps rebalance the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.
- Helps calm digestive spasms.
Note 1:
Can be used in a massage on the back areas of the lungs
to help fight bronchitis and colds.
Instructions for Use
Massage: To obtain a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of vegetable oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.
Essential Oil Diffuser: Add 15 drops of essential oil to a diffuser for 10 to 15 minutes once a day for a 10' X 12' (3 m X 4 m) room or according to the room size.
Optimal Placement: Treatment room, living room, family room, and bedroom.
Dry Inhalation: To improve self-confidence, put 1 drop pure on the inner wrists and breathe deeply.
Recommendations and Precautions for Use
Caution: People with thyroid problems, asthmatics, or epileptics should not use in high doses. For people with allergic profiles, perform a skin test before use.
IMPORTANT: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAMES, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE
