Noble laurel - Laurus nobilis

Family : Lauraceae

Certification : Essential oil from controlled, certified organic cultivation, 100% pure and natural, uncut, undeterpenated. It is certified by Ecocert France (FR-BIO-01).

Part of the plant used : Leaves

Method of obtaining : Distillation

Origin : Albania

Yield : Leaves1% to 3%. It takes 100 kg of noble laurel leaves to obtain 1 to 3 kg of essential oil. 

Aromatic shrub or tree, native to the Mediterranean basin, with dark green leaves, yellow flowers and black berries. Also called Laurel sauce. Do not confuse the Noble Laurel with the Rose Laurel or the Cherry Laurel, both of which are poisonous. Bay leaves give off an aromatic smell when crumpled. This shrub shares a characteristic with the fir or spruce, it remains green in winter. This characteristic has made the plant a symbol of immortality; the Moon, according to the Chinese, contains a laurel and an immortal. Just as in mythology, the Laurel was dedicated to the sun. It was a symbol of peace and victory and had a prominent place alongside victorious personalities: generals, emperors (Julius Caesar, Napoleon...), poets, scientists... 

The essential oil of noble laurel is very powerful. It is one of the best essential oils for promoting concentration and self-confidence. It has excellent antiseptic properties. Antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal, it is excellent for fighting winter viruses and bacteria. Traditionally used for mouth and teeth care, it was used to soothe the mucous membranes in case of mouth ulcers. Its fungicidal properties are also highly appreciated in cases of mycosis or fungi.

Anti-pain and anti-inflammatory, Laurel is also appreciated for relieving rheumatism and muscular pain.

From an energetic point of view, its essential oil, like the plant, transmits courage, strength and success to all those who are going through a trial (sports competition, lack of inspiration, public speaking...).

1,8 cineole, Linalool

*The chemotype is the identity card of the essential oil, its chemical composition defined by chromatographic analysis. The same plant can have several compositions depending on the place and the variety. A chemotype depends on a property, an odour and a taste. 

The main constituents of noble laurel essential oil are 1,8 cineol (35 to 45%) alpha pinene (3 to 10%), alpha terpineol (≤ 11%), sabinene (3 to 10%), linalool (≤ 11%) and terpenyl acetate (≤ 11%).

Allergens naturally contained in this essential oil : Limonene, linalool, eugenol and geraniol.

Flu, acne, boils, gingivitis, canker sores, toothache, neuralgia, loss of memory, artist in need of inspiration, stress, bronchitis, bruises, blows ...   

Main : Mucolytic and expectorant, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, nerve balancer, analgesic and antineuralgic, antispasmodic 

Secondary : Anticoagulant, immunomodulating, antiparasitic, insect repellent.

Essential oils are powerful natural substances and should therefore be used with care. Even if essential oils have been used since Antiquity, their mode of use and the precautions for use are often poorly known. Many books deal with essential oils. It is therefore advisable to refer to it to find out about the traditional modes of use.

An essential oil is made up of chemically defined molecules (about 10,000 listed) that have been secreted by special plant cells. It can consist of from one to several hundred molecules, which helps explain why some essential oils have many properties but different therapeutic effectiveness. To guarantee the properties necessary for effective aromatherapy, it is important that an essential oil is 100% pure and natural (not cut, not deterpenated, not mixed with alcohol or vegetable oils) and preferably organic. This is the case for the essential oils we sell. They are sold in tinted bottles with a dropper cap.

Go to the "Properties and characteristics of essential oils" file. Whether pure or mixed, you can use them in our different diffuser models. The information given on each essential oil is for guidance only. Beware of self-diagnosis, do not hesitate to consult an aromatherapist or any other recognised professional and read our special file "properties of essential oils"in our thematic files.

Essential oils are mainly used to help you treat many disorders. But be careful, even though essential oils are often extracted from edible plants, their concentrations mean that you have to be careful and respect their healing power. The use of essential oils is relatively simple and if you follow some basic rules, they will put their therapeutic genius at your disposal. Using essential oils has more advantages than disadvantages. 

In our primer on essential oils, you will find all the ailments for which laurel essential oil is used in the composition of the blend :

 Abscess, Dental abscess, Blister, Anti-food moths, Epidemic, Bedsores, Influenza, Paronychia, Sialorrhea, Stomach ulcer.

 

Who is allowed to use laurel essential oil ?

Risks of using laurel essential oil

WARNING : These properties, indications and methods of use are taken from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. They are regularly found there and many of them are confirmed by observations in scientific environments. However, this information is given for information purposes only, and in no way constitutes medical information, nor does it engage our responsibility. For any use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, consult a doctor. 

Regulatory information on the use of Laurel essential oil