Yarrow Achillea millefolium
Specifics
| Country of Origin: Bulgaria | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes, Ketones, Oxides | Plant Part: Flowers, Leaves |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Herbaceous, Warm and Radiant | Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic |
About
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.
Women appreciate it for menstrual cramps and to reduce pain. Try Yarrow for a headache, hot flashes or to reduce a fever. For skin healing it blends great with Helichrysum and Rock Rose.
Women appreciate it for menstrual cramps and to reduce pain. Try Yarrow for a headache, hot flashes or to reduce a fever. For skin healing it blends great with Helichrysum and Rock Rose.
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Therapeutic Properties
- 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
- Cicatrisant - cell-regenerative for skin, healing for scars
- Digestive aid
- Tonic for the nervous system - for exhaustion and stress
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Heals current emotional traumaUsed for repressed anger and rage
Emotionally uplifting
Recipe
For Skin Healing5 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
Safety Issues
No safety issues specific to this oil.
