Description
Jasmine oil is extracted from Jasminum officinale, from the Oleaceae family. It is also referred to as jasmin, jessamine and common jasmine.
Precautions
Non- irritating, non-toxic and generally non-sensitizing. Some people do have an allergic reaction to Jasmine oil. As it used to ease the pain of labor as well as an emmenogogue, it SHOULD NOT BE USED DURING PREGNANCY! This oil may impede mental focus so use with care.
Therapeutic Properties
The therapeutic properties of Jasmine essential oil include anti-depressant, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, aphrodisiac, emollient and stimulant.
Uses
This oil is a beneficial remedy for depression. It soothes the nerves and produces a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria. It revitalizes and restores energy.
Jasmine oil facilitates delivery in childbirth: it hastens the birth by strengthening the contractions and at the same time relieves the pain. It is effective in post-natal depression and promotes the flow of breast milk.
Because of its soothing nature, it helps with sexual problems like impotence, premature ejaculation and frigidity.
In the respiratory tract it soothes irritating coughs and helps with hoarseness and laryngitis. It alleviates muscle pain, sprains, and stiff limbs. Jasmine tones dry, greasy, irritated and sensitive skin, increases elasticity and is often used to help with stretch marks and scarring.
Burners & Vaporizers
Jasmine oil can be added to vapor therapy for addiction, depression, coughs, nervousness, tension and relaxation.
Blended In The Bath
Add to massage oil, or dilute in the bath for addiction, post-natal depression, relaxation, muscle pain, coughs, tension, stress and nervousness.
Blended In Lotions & Creams
Add to base creams and lotions for dry, greasy and/or sensitive skin. It also assists with stretch marks and scars.
Blends Well With
All Citrus oils, Bergamot, Rose and Sandalwood