Yarrow Achillea millefolium
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: Bulgaria | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Oxides | Plant Part: Flowers, Leaves |
| Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic | Botanical Families: Asteraceae |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Herbaceous, Warm and Radiant | |
| Note: Middle/Base |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
A great oil for the skin, Yarrow is cooling, and reduces swelling and muscle spasms. Also an excellent digestive oil, indicated for irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion and gas. This oil is a fantastic anti-inflammatory and I consider it one of the most important oils to have in my essential oil collection.
Yarrow is a great oil to add to your blends for a cold or flu. It will reduce congestion and ease any aches or pains associated with the cold or flu.
Women appreciate it for menstrual cramps and to reduce pain. Try Yarrow for a headache, nerve pain like sciatica, hot flashes or to reduce a fever. Its skin healing properties are wonderful, try blending it with Helichrysum and Rock Rose.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antiallergenic - helpful for skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis
- Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms, cramps and spastic coughs
- Antiviral
- Cicatrisant - cell-regenerative for skin, healing for scars
- Decongestant
- Digestive aid
- Tonic for the nervous system - for exhaustion and stress
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Heals current emotional trauma
Used for repressed anger and rage
Emotionally uplifting
Recipe
For Skin Healing
5 drops Yarrow
5 drop Helichrysum
5 drops Rock Rose
Add to 1 oz carrier oil (trauma oil is great, as is jojoba) and apply to irritated skin area.
Referencing:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
3. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
4. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
5. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
6. Nye, S. (2006) Aromatic interventions for decubitus ulcer: a case report from South Africa. The International Journal of Clinical Aromatherapy 3 (2B): 25-28
Safety Issues
No safety issues specific to this oil.
