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Botanical name: The Latin name of Daphne is Laurus nobilis.
The laurel is an aromatic plant of the Daphne family, Lauraceae. It is a tree native to Asia & the Mediterranean countries. An ancient Greek myth says that Daphne was a beautiful nymph who blinded Apollo with passion and was transformed into a tree so as not to succumb to his passion.
When Apollo found out that his beloved had become a tree, he cut down a few branches and made a wreath in her memory. He made the laurel a sacred plant and established it as a prize for champions.
The flowering period is March and April. For therapeutic purposes we use the fruits and leaves.
Extraction Methods
Distillation is a delicate process requiring experience and constant supervision in order to obtain a high-quality oil. Our chemists and perfumers undertake this delicate process to obtain high quality essential oils. During the steam distillation process, steam passes through the plant material. The combination of heated steam and gentle pressure causes the essential oil to be released from microscopic protective sacs flooding the air with the most beautiful and exquisite natural scents.
Our equipment ensures the best quality of essential oil. It takes 100 kg of herbs to make 1 lt of essential oil. We produce Dittany essential oil in a worldwide exclusivity, as well as a wide range of rare essential oils from flowers and herbs in our distillery in Agios Nikolaos, Crete. An “essencier” or separator collects the floral water or hydrosol and the essential oil. The difference in density between the two liquids makes it easy to separate the essential oil from the floral water.
Properties
Laurel essential oil gives off a deliciously sensual, delicate, flower-fruity scent. The leaves are rich in essential oils containing 45% cineole, a bitter substance and tannin. The high percentage of cineole it contains, justifies its action on the body's chemical mechanisms that affect memory and enhance clarity.
In addition, it has antiviral, antimicrobial, mucolytic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
It is ideal for the scalp and helps tackle oiliness in hair.
Dioskouridis mentions that the leaves of the laurel are warming and soothing and that the dried leaves have a stronger aroma than the fresh ones.
It is recommended for rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis, indigestion and aerophagia.
Massage face using 1-2 drops of essential oil diluted in 15ml Jojoba oil after cleansing the skin.
Prepare a hair mask using 10-15 drops of oil diluted in 50ml Laurel oil. Apply to wet hair and wrap with a warm towel for 30'. Rinse with shampoo.
Massage the chest & back using 15 drops of oil diluted in 1.7 fl. oz / 50 ml base oil. At the same time, add 5–10 drops in the essential oils diffuser to relieve cough symptoms.
Add 1 drop of essential oil diluted in a spoonful of balsam oil. Apply on the ulcer.
Dilute 1 drop in 4.08 fl. oz. / 120ml liquid (water / tea).
Add 5–10 drops in the essential oils diffuser
Massage painful areas using 15 drops of oil diluted in 1.7 fl. oz / 50 ml Balsam oil.
a. Floor: Add 15 drops in a bucket of water.
b. Surfaces: Apply 5-7 drops on a damp cloth and use to clean surfaces.
