Ravintsara 100% Pure Essential Oil 10 ml
Ravintsara is a fabulous immuno-stimulant and may be effective against flu and flu-like viruses, especially if used at the first sign of symptoms. The strong anti-viral action plus the fact that Ravintsara is safe for use on the skin, makes it a good oil for shingles, cold sores and genital herpes. It can help people who are over tired, lethargic or depressed.
GENERAL PROPERTIES:
• antibacterial
• anti-inflammatory
• expectorant
• febrifuge
• immuno-stimulant
• muscle relaxant
• nervine
Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora
Family Name: Lauraceae
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Part of Plant Used: Leaves
Method of Extraction: Steam distillation
MIDDLE NOTE: Sits at the heart of an aroma; sets the theme and emerges once top notes have dissipated.
DESCRIPTION:
Ravensara and Ravintsara have been consistently confused by suppliers and retailers alike.
Ravintsara is a fabulous immuno-stimulant and may be effective against flu and flu-like viruses, especially if used at the first sign of symptoms. The strong anti-viral action plus the fact that Ravintsara is safe for use on the skin, makes it a good oil for shingles, cold sores and genital herpes. It can help people who are over tired, lethargic or depressed.
This oil is a great anti viral as well as being an immunostimulant. It is said that upon feeling the very first inkling of the flu coming on, if Ravintsara is used in the bath immediately before going to bed the possibility of warding off the infection is great! Ravintsara is a good oil to use in your diffuser or room spray during the flu season to keep the air around you clear of any airborne viruses. As an expectorant, Ravintsara works well when treating sinusitis, bronchitis and whooping cough, etc.
Ravintsara Essential Oil originates from Madagascar and is extracted using steam distillation from the leaves of the large, evergreen Ravintsara tree.
Ravintsara, not to be confused with Ravensara, is a versatile essential oil that can be helpful with areas of discomfort. It has a fresh, sharp, medicinal smell that is similar to Eucalyptus. This oil is a go to for chest congestion, stuffiness, and tickly throats, due to its 1,8 Cineole content. It helps with discomfort in the legs and arms, as well sore muscles from overexertion. This essential oil is a powerhouse against skin issues and helps to promote natural healing of minor wounds.
Due to its high content level of 1,8 Cineole, it is not an essential oil recommended for small children. Ravintsara is a great essential oil to support a healthy respiratory system as well as a healthy immune system. Ravintsara promotes positive thinking and can be helpful with cognitive performance, focus, and soothe worries and fear.
It blends well with basil, black pepper, cajeput, cedarwood (all varieties), frankincense (all varieties), ginger root CO2, lavender, lemon, grapefruit pink, peppermint, sandalwood (all varieties), spearmint, and tea tree
DIRECTIONS:
For adults only. To make a chest rub to open up the chest and improve breathing, mix 3 drops each of Black Pepper and Frankincense Carteri, 6 drops each of Lavender and Ravintsara, with 1 ounce of your favorite Carrier Oil. Apply every 3-4 hours. Store unused portion in a glass container and store in fridge.
Aromatic - Diffuse using 2-3 drops per 100 ml of water or use in a personal inhaler.
Topical - Dilute 1-2% in a carrier.
CAUTIONS:
Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. If swallowed, seek urgent care/call poison control. Do not use undiluted. Avoid eyes and mucous membranes; if contact occurs, rinse with vegetable oil. Do not use if pregnant/breastfeeding or on sensitive/inflamed skin or dermatitis. If allergic reaction occurs, stop use and call a health care practitioner. For prolonged use, consult a health care practitioner.
SPECIFIC CAUTIONS:
Contra-indicated to pregnancy. Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Do not apply to or near the face of infants or young children.
IMPORTANT: All True Aroma Living (TAL) products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner. Please refer to our policies for further details, and our disclaimer below.