Lotus Essential Oil (Nelumbo nucifera)

Overview

Lotus may also be referred to as Asian lotus, Indian lotus, sacred lotus or simply lotus. It is typically processed using solvent extraction/ steam distillation as a method for extracting oil from the flowers.

Summary

Lotus essential oil is also used in the personal care products such as massage oils, bath soaps and body lotions as well as in aromatherapy. It is rich in fragrance which provides a feeling of peacefulness. It has got floral and earthy fragrance. The fragrance inspires the body to breathe more deeply. Ancient Romans use lotus essential oil to treat the respiratory problems such as asthma.

Essential Facts

Aroma Description:
Earthy Floral Fruity Green Rich Slightly spicy Sweet
Common Name(s): Asian lotus, Indian lotus, sacred lotus or simply lotus
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Synonyms(s) for Nelumbo nucifera: Nelumbium album, Nelumbium asiaticum, Nelumbium caspicum, Nelumbium discolor, Nelumbium javanicum, Nelumbium marginatum, Nelumbium nelumbo, Nelumbium nuciferum, Nelumbium speciosum, Nelumbium tamara, Nelumbium transversum, Nelumbium venosum, Nelumbo caspica, Nelumbo indica, Nelumbo komarovii, Nelumbo nelumbo, Nelumbo speciosa, Tamara alba, Tamara hemisphaerica, Tamara rubra
Botanical Family: Nelumbonaceae
Botanical Genus: Nelumbo
Perfumery Note: Middle
Consistency: Medium
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Color: Light Orange to yellow viscous liquid
Indigenous Country: Sri Lanka, India
Cultivation: Unsprayed
Processing Methods: Solvent extraction/ Steam distillation
Part Typically Used: Flowers
Shelf Life: 7 years

Vegan

Essential Details

Benefits & Uses

Properties of Lotus:

Natural Relaxant, Treats Skin Conditions, Releases Stress, Improves Concentration, Prevents Premature Graying, Improves Concentration

Benefits of Lotus:

Sweet smelling, Improves concentration, Cools your nervous system,Cardiotonic Benefits,Improves appetite, Energetic benefits, Neutralizes free radicals, Anti-aging, Therapeutic uses, Massage or bath, Aromatherapy, Astringent, Improves texture of the skin