Description

Valerian Essential Oil has been used to combat insomnia, nervousness, restlessness, tension, agitation, headaches as the result of nervous tension, and panic attacks. It has also been used on muscle spasms, palpitations of the heart, cardiovascular spasm and neuralgia. Valerian is native to Europe, North America, and the northern part of Asia. Altogether, the genus contains about 150 different species. These are widely distributed throughout the temperate zones. Both the root and the rhizome are highly prized for their healing properties. The major healing components found in the valerian root are valepotrits, valeranic acid, valeranone, valereal. These are all volatile oils that are found only in valerian. Color clear oil has an earthy, slightly sweet scent characteristic of an oil derived from a root. Blends well with Patchouli Essential Oil, Pine Essential Oil, Lavender Essential Oil, Cedarwood Essential Oil, Mandarin Essential Oil, Petitgrain Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil. The note is Low.

Cautions: Should be avoided during pregnancy, and around children. It has possible skin sensitizing and may cause lethargy. At low doses it appears to be non-toxic and non-irritating.