Parsley Seed Essential Oil

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Parsley Seed essential oil has a sweet, warm, nutty-spicy herbaceous aroma. Parsley Seed essential oil is mostly used as a muscular tonic and for helping to relieve rheumatic and arthritic pain.

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Parsley is a biennial herb, or short-lived perennial, growing up to 70 cm tall. It is cultivated extensively in Hungary, Germany and France. The plant has bright green, crinkly foliage, and greenish-yellow flowers which are followed by small brown seeds. As the name suggests Parsley Seed essential oil is steam distilled from the plants dried seeds.

Parsley is one of the oldest known spices and it has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. Greek and Roman physicians used Parsley for kidney and bladder disorders and the essential oil has been used since the 16th century for the same purposes. There are over 37 different varieties of Parsley, all of which are used in herbal medicine. The seeds and fresh leaves are also widely used in cooking to add flavour to dishes and as a food garnish.

Species: Petroselinum sativum

Plant family: Apiaceae

Origin: France

Note: Middle

Extraction method: Steam distilled

Safety Note:	Do not use during pregnancy.
Skin:	Parsley Seed Oil has antiseptic and anti-microbial properties. Its astringent properties can also help to tone the skin.
Mind:	n/a.
Body:	Parsley Seed Oil is an excellent detoxifier. Regular massage with this oil helps in removing harmful toxins from the body. It has excellent antispasmodic properties and is often used for relieving rheumatic and arthritic pain. It can help to improve poor circulation and aid the digestive system and can help prevent digestive problems such as constipation and flatulence. Parsley Seed Oil can be beneficial for period pains and can help regulate the menstrual cycle. It is an excellent diuretic and can be comforting when used in hot compresses over the bladder during bouts of cystitis.
Blends well with:	Rose, Cananga, Tea Tree, Clary Sage

Allergens Listing:

Limonene 5%

Aches & Pains:

Blend 4 drops of Parsley Seed essential oil, 2 drops of Black pepper and 1 drop of Pimento Berry in 14ml of Arnica infused oil and massage into the affected area.

Menstrual Cramp:

To make a hot compress, pour 100ml of hot water, as warm as can be tolerated comfortably, and add up to 3 drops of Clary Sage and 2 drops of Parsley Seed essential oil. Place a folded piece of material on top of the water and let it soak. Next, wring out the excess water and place it over the abdomen. You can cover the compress with cling film and also place a towel over the top. The compress should be replaced with a new one as soon as it has cooled to body temperature.

Indigestion:

Blend 2 drops of Ginger oil and 1 drop of Parsley Seed with 6ml of Sweet Almond oil and massage into the tummy in a clockwise direction.