Jasmine is
one of many (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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analgesic (mild);
antidepressant;
antinflammatory;
antiseptic;
antispasmodic;
aphrodisiac;
carminative;
cicatrizant;
expectorant;
galactagogue;
sedative;
tonic.
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam distillation of the absolute, which is obtained from the
concrete by seperation with alcohol. (The concrete is itself obtained
by solvent extraction) |
Main Constituents: |
benzyl acetate, linalol, phenylactetic acid, benzyl alcohol, farnesol,
methyl anthranilate, cis-jasmone, methyl jasmonate. |
From: |
Native: China, India, West Asia.
Cultivated:
China, India, Mediterranean. |
Where to Buy: |
[No recommended supplier yet] |
This Section consists of summary information about
the most popular Essential Oils - as used in Aromatherapy. For
more general information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
Development ideas for Therapists.
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy).
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Jasmine Oil:
Soaps, toiletries, cosmetics, perfumes, dried flowers also used in
Jasmine Tea._
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