Jasminum grandiflorum
A passionate seductress
Source: India
Extraction: Alcohol extraction of the solvent extracted concrete of fresh flowers.
Blending Factor: 1
Odour Note: Base
Characteristics:
Jasmine is absolute is a dark orange to reddish-brown, viscous fluid with a rich, warm, intensely floral and highly diffusive aroma and herbaceous, tea like undertone.
Safety Precautions:
Nontoxic, generally non-irritating and non-sensitising although allergenic reaction has been observed in some individuals.Should be avoded in pregnancy but it helpful during labour and birthing. Impedes concentration – low dosages recommended.
History:
Jasmine is native to Persia (Iran), Afghanistan and Kashmir and is now cultivated commercially in many countries around the Mediterranean. The fragrant flowers have been used since prehistoric times for personal adornment and religious ceremonies. In their native lands, they have had a long association with love and lovemaking and as an aphrodisiac. Jasmine was cultivated in the imperial gardens of eastern emperors in the 15th century but not introduced to Europe until the early 17th century, when the Moors brought it to Spain. Historically, it has been used for its effect on the reproductive system and to assist in childbirth.
Therapeutic Actions:
Antidepressant, aphrodisiac, calmative, emmenagogue, hypotensive, lactogen, nervine analgesic, parturient, prophylactic, sedative
Enhances:
Joy, calmness, warmth, romance, love, sexuality, harmony, clarity, euphoria
Reduces:
Anxiety, depression, post natal depression, PMS, moodiness
Uses:
Reproductive/endocrine: Menstrual regulation, labour
Skin: Dry, sensitive, mature skin
Methods for use:
Jasmine oil is presented as a 10% solution in jojoba oil. Even then, the odour is intense and only a small amount is required.
Massage
Use no more than 10 drops of essential oil to 20ml of carrier oil (Sweet Almond). A blend can have the combination of several essential oils, 3 different essential oils is a good balance. But the total drops of the essential oils should be no more than 10 drops. (The above dilution is 2 ½% ie the drops equal half the carrier oil).
Bath
Add 5 to 10 drops of essential oil to a full bath and agitate to disperse.
Vaporiser
Place 5 to 8 drops of essential oil on to the top of your Tri Nature vaporizer dish. If candle vaporisers are used, the oil should be added to water in the vaporizer pan.
Footbaths
Are simple and easy to use, but very effective as the skin on the soles of the feet absorb the essential oils quickly. Add 3 to 4 drops of essential oils in a bowl of hot water.
Blends well with:
Citrus Oils, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Palmarosa, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang.
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Birthing Relief
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Menstrual regulation
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Meditation Aid
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Jasmine
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2
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Jasmine
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1
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Jasmine
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1
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Clary Sage
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6
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Clary Sage
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2
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Frankincense
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2
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Lavender
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3
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Clary Sage
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2
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Total drops
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8
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Total drops
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6
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Total Drops
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5
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In Carrier
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16 ml
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In Carrier Oil
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12 ml
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In Vaporiser
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