Jasmine essential oil, extracted from the delicate flowers of this tropical plant, is a cherished beauty and aromatherapy oil with a variety of benefits for mind, body, and soul. Its sweet, exotic fragrance is renowned for elevating mood and enhancing self-confidence and sensuality. It also promotes skin health and soothes inflammation, irritated or dry skin.
In aromatherapy, it may be used to encourage feelings of joy and confidence, soothe depression, ease stress, balance hormone levels in women during menopause, and improve sleep quality. It also helps to relieve pain from childbirth, boosts the immune system, and improves digestion. Traditionally, it has been used as an aphrodisiac for its romantic fragrance and is often included in bridal bouquets. Inhaling jasmine oil reduces cortisol, the stress hormone, and it’s a popular ingredient in perfumes and colognes.
The scent of Jasmine essential oil is incredibly potent and powerful. Because of this, it isn’t extracted in the same way as other essential oils – steam distillation can be too harsh on the delicate flower. Instead, it’s extracted through a process called enfleurage, which involves placing the flower petals in a container with a solvent, and then rotating them to collect the oil. This is a time-consuming, labor-intensive process that requires skill and large quantities of flowers to produce the desired amount of oil.
Jasmine essential oil contains a large number of active compounds including benzyl farnesol, geraniol, nerolidol, and linalool (a group of alcohols), all of which contribute to its mood-enhancing and antidepressant properties. Its antidepressant properties are believed to be due to its ability to increase levels of serotonin in the brain. The oil is also known for its skin-enhancing properties, and it’s often found in high-end perfumes. It promotes elasticity and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and it’s a great ingredient for natural hair care products as well.
Adding this precious oil to your aromatherapy diffuser, or adding it to a carrier oil and applying it to pulse points, is an easy and effective way to enjoy its therapeutic benefits. This oil also makes a wonderful addition to homemade natural beauty and cleaning products. For a luxurious hand or body cream, combine a few drops of Jasmine essential oil with your favourite carrier oil and apply it to your skin. You can also add a few drops to your hair mist or serum for an added dose of moisture and a gorgeous fragrance.
Jasmine essential oil is non-irritating, so it’s safe to use on most skin types and is especially nourishing for the dry and sensitive. It also works wonderfully with other essential oils such as bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, helichrysum, jojoba, lavender, and sandalwood. As with any essential oil, it’s important to perform a patch test on your skin before using for the first time. It’s recommended to dilute any essential oil with a carrier or base oil for topical use, and to avoid contact with eyes.
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