Jasmine Essential Oil (Jasminum officinale)

Overview

Jasmine may also be referred to as Common Jasmine, Poet's Jasmine, True Jasmine.

Summary

Jasmine oil comes from the flowers of the Jasminum officinale plant. It has a sweet scent. The scent of jasmine flowers has long been associated with love and romance due to its sensual and nurturing fragrance and delicate pale flower petals. Jasmine is known for its ability to boost the libido in both men and women. It’s also been used for centuries to aid in childbirth to reduce labor pains, and to treat post-partum depression. It is one of the best essential oils to treat depression with its sustaining and uplifting scent.

Jasmine Essential Oil
By Dinesh Valke from Thane, India - Jasminum officinale, CC BY-SA 2.0, Link

Essential Facts

  • Aroma Description:

    Exotic Floral Sweet

  • Common Name(s): Common Jasmine, Poet's Jasmine, True Jasmine
  • Botanical Family: Oleaceae
  • Botanical Genus: Jasminum
  • Perfumery Note: Middle
  • Countries of Production: Egypt, Morocco, and India
  • Indigenous Country: Persia, Kashmir
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Not Pregnancy Safe Not recommended or safe if pregnant or nursing

Essential Details

Benefits & Uses

May be benefitial for addressing the following ailments:

Eczema Frigidity / Impotence Hair : Damaged Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure) Insect Repellents Insomnia Libido Menstruation : Cramp ( Dysmenorrhea ) Menstruation : Excess ( Menorrhagia ) Menstruation : Lack of Periods (Amenorrhea) Menstruation : P.M.T. Migraine Muscular aches and pains Poor Blood Circulation Skin : Dry Stress Stretch Marks

Therapeutic Benefits of Jasmine:

Anti-anxiety Anti-bacterial Cicatrisant Relaxant

Other Uses for Jasmine:

Aromatherapy

Usage Tips:

Usage tips for Jasmine:

  • Add a few drops to a carrier oil to help sooth dry skin and eczema and to help lighten the appearance of scars
  • Combine with a carrier oil and apply to pulse points to boost the libido in both men and women
  • Add a few drops to a diffuser to help relieve nervousness and restlessness

Blends

Jasmine Blends:

Frankincense Frankincense frereana Geranium Helichrysum Melissa Orange, Sweet Rose Sandalwood

Cautions & Safety

Cautions when using Jasmine:

Don't use jasmine oil during pregnancy.

Safety Precautions for Jasmine:

External use only. Do not use undiluted. Avoid eye area and if epileptic or pregnant. Information provided does not substitute for professional advice and care.
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