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Chaste Tree (Vitex) Essential Oil
VITEX AGNUS CASTUS
Chaste Vitex Essential Oil Profile Information
| Common Name |
- Chaste tree oil, vitex oil, chaste
tree leaf oil |
| Botanical Name |
- VITEX
AGNUS CASTUS |
| Country of Origin |
- Turkey |
| Parts Used |
- leaves |
| Extraction |
- Steam Distillation |
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Chaste Tree Essential Oil Profile General -
Vitex (also called Chaste Tree, Chasteberry or Monk's
Pepper) is a genus of about 250 species of
shrubs and
trees from 1-35 m tall, native to tropical and subtropical
regions throughout the world. In the past widely included in the
family Verbenaceae, it has recently been transferred to the
family Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
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Chaste Essential Oil Uses - It is sometimes used
for the treatment of PMS. It is believed to be an antaphrodisiac, hence the name
"chaste tree", and is used as a medicinal plant by many herbalists.
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Chaste Tree essential oil, blends well
with lavender essential oil, valerian essential oil, Rose, Clary Sage, and
Geranium
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Vitex Oil Cautions - Chaste tree is not
recommended for use during pregnancy or breast-feeding.
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Vitex Essential Oil Properties -
Female problems, PMS,
Menopause Problems - a natural L-dopa (Parkinson's)
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All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural
essential oils,
of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
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Chaste Tree (Vitex) Pure Therapeutic
Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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| Essential Oil Safety |
Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil Safety
Never use Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils as a substitute for necessary medical care. Keep oils tightly closed and out of reach of children. Never ingest undiluted essential oils. Don't use undiluted oils on your skin. Dilute oils with vegetable oils, one to three drops per tablespoon. Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes. Skin test oils before using. Dilute a small amount and apply to the skin of your inner arm or back of knee. Do not use if redness or irritation occurs. If redness, burning, itching or irritation occur, stop using oil immediately. Use less rather than more.
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