mugwort essential oil

Botanical Name: Artimisia alba

Country of Origin: India

Extraction Process: Steam Distillation

Active Constituent(s): Thujone 64%

Part of Plant: Leaves and Flowers

Also Known As: Artemisia Essential Oil, Wild Wormwood Essential Oil.

Appearance: Ranges from a pale to dark yellow liquid.

Oil Consistency: Thin

Perfumery Note: Middle

Aroma: Strong

Aromatherapy: Armoise Mugwort Essential Oil has a camphoraceous, somewhat herbaceous and bittersweet scent. This oil is 100% pure and natural essential oil; certified as per the processes of the ISO 9235 standard.

Essential Oil Recipes: Armoise Mugwort Essential Oil blends well with Patchouli, Lavender, Rosemary, Pine, Clary Sage and Cedarwood Essential Oils.

Uses: Essential oils such as Armoise Mugwort Oil can be used in an ultrasonic essential oil diffuser. It may also be used for aromatherapy massage when diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Interesting Facts: The chemical structure of Armoise Mugwort includes thujone, and is reputed to have anti-spasmodic, carminative, diuretic, and stimulant properties. Historically, it has been used to expel worms, control fever and for digestive disturbances.

General Information: Sunrise Botanics provides this essential oils guide for educational purposes only and not as medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner or resource on essential oil uses, safety and precautions for all essential oils Canada, USA and Worldwide.