Name : Jasmine
Method : Concrete by solvent extraction, Absolute using alcohol, Essential Oil by steam distillation. Traditionally by enfleurage.
Note Classification :Base
Scent:Rich, warm, floral, heavy, sensual
Colour:Dark orange-brown if absolute
Species : Jasminum officinale
Extracted From : Flowers ( delicate, white, star-shaped )
Region : China, Northern India, Asia, Morocco, Egypt
By-products : Used in a wide range of soaps, cosmetics and perfumes. The dried flowers of J. sambac are used to make jasmine tea.
Historical : Jasmine flowers were used extensively in religious ceremonies. Cleopatra used jasmine oil on Mark Antony.
Of Interest : Pure jasmine oil is very expensive as many petals have to be collected. The best time to collect is at night when the scent is strongest.
Aromatherapy Properties : Antidepressant, analgesic and reputed aphrodisiac. Often used to treat problems with the nervous system such as anxiety and stress. Jasmine oil is also regarded as a good skin tonic - it softens and smoothes tired skin. Used as a tonic for the female body and particularly the reproductive system. 'Warms the womb'. Possible use for some respiratory illnesses.
Blends Well With : Citrus oils
Chemical Analysis : benzyl acetate, linalol, phenylacetic acid, benzyl alcohol, farnesol, methyl anthranilate, cisjasmone, methyl jasmonate
Safety Data : Non-toxic but possible allergic reaction in some sensitive individuals