Valerian Root Essential Oil
- Distillation Method: Steam
- Country of Origin: India
- Plant Part: Root
- Latin Name: Valerian officinalis
- Cultivation: Naturally Grown
About the Oil: Our Valerian Root Essential Oil is an aromatherapy specialty oil of the highest quality. With a rich, musty and deep aroma, Valerian Root is highly regarded for its support for sleep and relaxation.
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| Drops per ml | |
|---|---|
| Blending Tips | 52 |
| Chemical Families | |
|---|---|
| Sesquiterpenes | 67.09% |
| Sesquiterpenols | 22.34% |
| Other | 6.61% |
| Primary Constituents | |
|---|---|
| alpha eudesmol | 13.04% |
| alpha copaene | 13.04% |
| beta gurjunene | 8.88% |
| isovaleric acid | 7.52% |
| alpha bulnesene | 7.32% |
Properties
Product Description
About he Plant
Valerian is a perennial herb with short rhizomes and aromatic feathery leaves with small pink or white flowers that bloom from June through September. The plant is native to Asia and grows up to 1.5 meters high. Also cultivated in Russia, the Baltic states, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Britain, Scandinavia, Hungary, and China. The plant is also known as common Valerian, Valerian root, and garden heliotrope.
Valerian is derived from a Latin adjectival form of the personal name 'Valerius'. It comes from the latin verb 'valere' meaning "being well", "feeling good", and "having good morale". This is a reference to the medicinal properties of this plant. What a lovely name for a plant. It is truly a signature of the plant's ability to support one in 'feeling good' by being well rested, grounded and emotionally balanced.
About The Oil
A base note with a strong, warm, earthy, woody, balsamic scent, and a distinct 'musk-like' character of great complexity, Valerian essential oil is steam-distilled from the rhizomes of Valerian officinalis.
A slightly thick oil very similar to Spikenard, Valerian is traditionally used as a sedative and anti-spasmodic. Be careful to use only a small amount; it is very strong!
Valerian essential oils contain bornyl acetate, b-caryophyllene, valeranone, valerenal, bornyl iso-valerate and valerenic acid.
Of Interest
Valerian has been used as a medicinal herb since the time of ancient Greece and Rome. Known to herbalists as 'all heal', Valerian is a warming, sedative herb with bitter principles. Valerian is used to calm the nerves, assist with pain relief, stimulate the appetite, lower blood pressure, relax spasms and improve digestion. Both Hippocrates and Galen recommended Valerian as a remedy for insomnia. The plant was sometimes sewn into the wedding clothes of grooms in medieval Sweden to ward off the "envy" of the elves. Or perhaps it was to welcome the protection of the elves into the sacred marriage.
In Europe, Valerian essential oil has been used for cholera, epilepsy, and various skin complaints. The oil is also used in perfumery and soaps for its musky and woodsy aroma.
Therapeutic Properties
SKIN CARE
reduces dandruff
neutralizes microbes
heals minor sores and closed wounds
Good for eczema.
MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM
relaxes muscles
relaxes cramping
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
settles digestion
increases absorption in the intestines
promotes normal peristalsis
assists the body's natural eliminatory response
increases appetite
relaxes cramping
CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
decreases blood circulation
GENITOURINARY SYSTEM
promotes urination
helps maintain kidney action
NERVOUS SYSTEM
depresses the Central nervous system
promotes sleep
calms the nervous system
relieves stress
reduces incidence of migraine and tension headaches
SUBTLE AROMATHERAPY
Valerian Root is emotionally balancing and grounding.
Valerian Root is so linked to the glandular/endocrine experience of taste that the mere thought of it will make people dream. Sensitive individuals should, however, avoid it in the evening, as it has slightly stimulating properties.
Application
INHALATION
direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporizer
Inhale to receive the nervous system benefits.
Researchers have pinpointed the sesquiterpenes 'valerenic acid' and 'valerone' as the active constituents that exert a calming and restorative effect on the central nervous system.
TOPICAL
massage, compress, bath, skincare
Topically, Valerian has been used for skin complaints such as ulcers, eczema, minor sores and closed wounds.
Apply a small amount on the feet or temples for rest and improved sleep. Be prepared, it has a potent aroma!
Aromatherapy Details
Valerian Root Essential Oil is a base note with a very rich, tenacious, musky, woody, balsamic aroma.
Valerian essential oil bends well with essential oils of Cedarwood, Lavender, Mandarin, Dark Patchouli, Petitgrain, Pine, and Rosemary, and Tangerine, and Wild Orange.
Safety
Non-toxic, non-irritant, possible skin sensitization. Always test a small amount first for sensitivity or allergic reaction.
Do NOT use during pregnancy.
Do NOT use in combination with pharmaceutical sedatives, antidepressants, or alcohol.
