Laurel essential oil : here’s how to prepare this extraordinary essential oil with multiple therapeutic properties at home. All its benefits.
The essential oil of laurel is known for its innumerable beneficial and therapeutic virtues, properties conferred on it thanks to a peculiar chemical composition. Contains a good amount of eucalyptol, an active ingredient widely used in pharmacology.
The essential oil of laurel has antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic properties… it also gives off a pleasant fragrance. It is widely used in natural medicine for both aesthetic and health purposes.
Essential oil of laurel, benefits
Let’s see in detail what benefits this extraordinary essential oil brings.
Promotes muscle relaxation
The essential oil of laurel is made up of 45% eucalyptol, therefore, by diluting this essential oil in a good carrier oil , we can obtain a calming effect for muscle pain and spasms.
Its vasoconstrictive action favors both the contraction and the relaxation of the nervous stimulus and also promotes the regulation of blood circulation.
Against headache and migraine
Those suffering from back pain or migraine can practice a massage on the painful areas; it is surprisingly effective in relieving tension.
Lower the fever
In case of flu or cold, we can practice fumigations based on laurel essential oil or apply it in the form of an ointment on the chest. Bay leaf essential oil can also reduce the chances of getting infections associated with colds. in addition, it regulates the body temperature in case of fever, favoring sweating so as to eliminate toxins.
The essential oil of laurel has great antibiotic properties, it can therefore inhibit the development of bacteria, fungi and microbes. You can also use it to disinfect minor wounds, burns or superficial injuries. Another aspect not to be underestimated is that it has no contraindications
It is an excellent ally for the skin
The essential oil of laurel has high amounts of micronutrients and antioxidants, essential substances to ensure health and skin care.
Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic action, it is particularly suitable for keeping the skin clean and free of toxins; substances that damage the epidermis and cause premature aging.
Promotes hair growth
Laurel essential oil is also a great ally for hair health:
- Eliminate dandruff
- Improves scalp health and stimulates hair growth at the root
- It is an excellent natural repellent against lice lice.
Where to buy bay leaf essential oil?
The essential oil of laurel is easily available in the most well-stocked herbalists or through online purchases.
How to make laurel essential oil at home
Like all essential oils that are prepared by steam distillation, laurel oil can also be made at home. To obtain an essential oil with a herbaceous, fresh, balsamic and almost fruity scent you will need the leaves. In fact, it is produced starting from the leaves of the botanical species Laurus nobilis, typical of the Mediterranean basin area.
The extraction of the essential oil of laurel presents a decent yield. About 700 ml of hydrosol and 45 ml of essential oil are obtained from 30 kg of raw material. For the extraction of essential oils, it is preferable to carry out a preliminary treatment of the vegetable tissues to be used: a more or less mild trituration.
Let’s see in detail how to make laurel essential oil at home to save money and always have a multipurpose natural remedy at hand.
What we need
- 15 grams of bay leaves
- 200 grams of sweet almond oil
- 1 jar or glass jar with 200ml capacity
How to proceed
First you need to have a lot of patience. Once prepared, 40 days must pass for the essential oil to macerate and be ready for use.
- Wash the jar or glass jar very carefully; it is preferable that it be sterilized
- Insert the bay leaves, making sure they are clean and have no traces of dust or other plants
- Once this is done, pour the sweet almond oil into the jar
- Close tightly and wait 40 days
You just have to arm yourself with patience to start benefiting from an extraordinary essential oil!
