Pure Undiluted Premium Quality

BOTANICAL NAME: curcuma longa

GRADE: cosmetic

DISTILLATION METHOD: steam + natural additives

ORIGIN: India

PARTS USED: rhizome, root

FRAGRANCE: fresh, spicy, woody

BLENDS WELL WITH: labdanum, ginger, orris, clary sage, mimosa

AROMATIC & PHYSICAL USES: analgesic, anti-arthritic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cholagogue, digestive, diuretic, hypotensive, insecticidal, laxative, stimulant.

MAGICAL USES: purification, protection.

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Health benefits:

Antibacterial: kills or inhibits bacteria.

Anti-inflammatory: an agent that prevents or counteracts inflammation.

Antioxidant: Any substance that acts to slow or prevent the oxidation of another chemical.

Cholagogue: an agent that promotes the discharge of bile.

Cicatrizant: a healing agent.

Deodorant: Any agent acting to eliminate, reduce, mask, or control odor.

Depurative: refers to something that purifies.

Digestive: relating to the digestive tract; having the ability to promote digestion.

Diuretic: increases the amount or frequency of urination.

Stimulant: increases physiological or nervous activity in the body.

Safety Warning: Moderately toxic and irritant in high concentration. Possible sensitization. Never ingest essential oils without a prescription. Use carrier oil when applying to skin.