Bay Laurel Essential Oil

Bay Laurel Essential Oil

Botanical name: Laurus nobilis

AromaSense Bay Laurel Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the bay laurel tree grown in India.

Known historically as sweet bay or Mediterranean bay, bay laurel has long held symbolic and aromatic significance. In ancient Greece and Rome, bay laurel wreaths were associated with honour, achievement, and ceremonial tradition.

Aromatic profile

• Fresh
• Herbaceous
• Lightly spicy
• Soft green warmth
• Subtle fruity undertones

How bay laurel essential oil is traditionally used

In aromatherapy, bay laurel essential oil has traditionally been valued in respiratory diffuser blends and warming massage preparations.

Its fresh herbaceous aroma is often used to help create an atmosphere of clarity and comfort during colder seasons, while the warming aromatic qualities make it popular in body oils and massage blends intended for tired muscles and physical fatigue.

Bay laurel is also appreciated in diffuser use for its grounding yet revitalising aromatic character.

Blends well with

Bay laurel essential oil blends particularly well with cedarwood, eucalyptus, geranium, ginger, juniper berry, lavender, lemon, rosemary, sweet orange, thyme, rose, and ylang ylang.

Extraction method

Bay laurel essential oil is extracted using steam distillation.

During this process, steam passes through the leaves of the plant, helping release the aromatic volatile compounds naturally present within the botanical material.

Plant origin

This particular bay laurel essential oil originates from India.

The essential oil is distilled from mature aromatic leaves carefully harvested for their naturally rich aromatic composition.

Good to know

• Steam distilled essential oil
• Botanical name: Laurus nobilis
• Origin: India
• Extracted from the leaves
• Fresh spicy-herbaceous aroma
• Popular in diffuser and massage blends

Safety

For external aromatic use only.

Bay laurel essential oil should be properly diluted before topical application. Avoid excessive use and patch test before regular skin application.

Not generally recommended during pregnancy. If you have sensitive skin or medical concerns, seek professional advice before use.