Crysalis Nutmeg Oil(30 ml)

Botanical Name : Myristica fragransOrigin : IndiaMode of Extraction : Steam DistillationMain Constituents : Alphapinene, Betapinene, Limonene, Linalool, Sabinene, Terpene-4-ol, terpeneol, Myrticine Description : Clear Transparent LiquidAppearence : Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquidOrganoleptic properties : Characteristic spicy and aromatic odour and tasteRefractive index at 20 ?C : 1.474-1.488Specific Gravity at 20 ?C : 0.860 - 0.920Solubility : Insoluble in water; 1 volume soluble in 3 volumes 90% alcoholStorage : Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.Extraction : It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation.Chemical Composition : Terpinen-4-ol, Pinene, Sabinene, Cineole, Camphene, Limonene, Myristicin, Alpha Terpenene.Essential Oil Information : Nutmeg is an evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters (65 feet) with dense foliage and small dull-yellow flowers. It is a native of the Molucca islands, but is also found in Peneng, Java and Sri Lanka. The fruit resembles a small peach and the oil is obtained from the kernel of the seeds. It was used in India for intestinal disorders, the Egyptians in embalming and by the Italians during the Plague. During the Middle Ages it was grated and mixed with lard as an ointment for piles, but in modern times it is used in soap, candle making, dental products and hair lotions.Oil Properties : This is a pale yellow clear liquid with sharp, spicy and rather musky aroma.Uses: This oil stimulates the heart & circulation, activates the mind & revives people from fainting spells, while stimulating the digestive system & fighting wind, nausea, chronic vomiting and diarrhea, arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, poor circulation, rheumatism, slow digestion.Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, digestive, emmenagogue, laxative, parturient, stimulant & tonic.Blends well with : Black pepper, cypress, geranium, clary sage, rosemary & orange.Summary : This oil is very effective for the digestive system, to stimulate the heart, help with muscle pains and assist with sexual problems. In vapor therapy, nutmeg oil can be helpful with the nervous system, digestive system, muscular aches and pains, as well as invigorating and stimulating the mind.Precautions : If taken in very large dosage may become toxic with symptoms such as nausea and stupor. Should be avoided during pregnancy.