Ravensara Organic Essential Oil

Active Ingredient:  Sabinene: 21.04%

Botanical Name: Ravensara aromatica

Plant Part: Leaves

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: Madagascar

Description: The Ravensara tree is 20 meters high with several buttress roots at the base. It has a reddish bark that is very aromatic, and small green elliptical leaves. It is a member of the Lauraceae (laurel) family, and originates in Madagascar.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Organic Ravensara Essential Oil is considered to have antiseptic, anti-viral and antibacterial properties making it useful to treat cuts, wounds, burns, canker and cold sores, athlete's foot and skin infections. It is also believed to be an expectorant and may assist with respiratory problems such as colds and flu, sinusitis (sinus infections) and bronchitis. Ravensara oil is said to have a muscle relaxant and analgesic effect making it a great addition to massage oil, balm or cream for muscle aches and pains.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with:  Clove Bud, Eucalyptus, Lavender, and Rosemary.

Aromatic Scent: Ravensara Essential Oil has a medicinal scent - camphorous aroma with woody notes.

History: The name of the tree in Malagasy means "aromatic leaf". Ravansara has long been used in Madagascar to treat wounds and purify the air.