Lauraceae
Bay Laurel
Laurus nobilis
⚠ Use with Caution
Avoid in Pregnancy
Origin: Mediterranean
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Extraction Method
Steam distillation
Plant Part
Leaves
Aroma Profile
Warm, spicy, herbaceous, slightly medicinal
Dilution Ratio
1%
💧 Applications
🌬️ Aromatherapy🖐️ Topical (diluted)💨 Diffuser💆 Massage
💊 Therapeutic Uses
Lymphatic support, respiratory infections, muscle aches, mental clarity. Traditional wound-healing herb.
🔬 Main Constituents
1,8-cineole, linalool, eugenol, alpha-terpinyl acetate
🎨 Blends Well With
Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Rosemary
⚠️ Safety Information
Safety Rating
⚠ Use with Caution
Pregnancy
Avoid in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Avoid in pregnancy. May sensitize skin — use in low dilution. Avoid near face of children.
Side Effects: Skin sensitization, possible mucous membrane irritation