| MULLEIN ESSENTIAL OIL |
Botanical Name | : | Verbascum thapsus L. | Country of Origin | : | India | Solubility | : | Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and most organic solvents | Specific Gravity | : | Typically approximately 0.90–0.92 @ 20°C* | Optical Rotation | : | N/A | Refractive Index | : | Approximately 1.47–1.48* | Plant Part | : | Flowers / flowering aerial parts | Blend With | : | Blends well with floral, herbal, woody and earthy essential oils such as Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood and Rosemary.
| CAS No | : | 9005-80-5* | Flash Point | : | N/A | Extraction Method | : | Steam distillation / hydrodistillation of dried flowering aerial parts
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Description : Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a tall flowering herb traditionally valued for its soft, herbal character. Mullein essential oil has a distinctive herbal and slightly floral aroma and is obtained from the flowering parts of the plant. Research on V. thapsus essential oil has identified numerous volatile constituents and investigated its antimicrobial properties.
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Common Names : Mullein, Common Mullein, Great Mullein, Woolly Mullein, Verbascum, Candlewick Plant, Aaron's Rod. |
Uses : Mullein oil is traditionally used in aromatherapy, personal-care preparations, massage blends and cosmetic formulations. It can be incorporated into suitable carrier oils or blended with other aromatic oils for topical and aromatic applications.
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Benefit : - Traditionally valued for its soothing and calming properties.
- Used in herbal and cosmetic preparations.
- Can be incorporated into massage and body-care formulations.
- Its pleasant herbal aroma makes it suitable for aromatic blends.
- Mullein has a long history of traditional use for skin and throat-related herbal preparations.
- Laboratory research has investigated V. thapsus essential oil for antimicrobial activity, although these findings should not be presented as proof of medical treatment benefits.
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Suggested Uses :
- Aromatherapy
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Massage oil blends
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Cosmetic formulations
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Body-care products
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Diffuser/aromatic applications
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Herbal oil preparations
Benefit : - Traditionally valued for its soothing and calming properties.
Caution Note: EXTREME Skin irritant, Use with extreme caution
For external use only. Do not use undiluted on the skin. Dilute appropriately in a suitable carrier oil before topical application. Perform a patch test before wider use. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. Do not ingest unless specifically directed by a qualified healthcare professional. Keep out of reach of children. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals and people with medical conditions should consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
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