Why not spoil yourself with some of our exquisitely scented mykarma Jasmine essential oil. This 'thoroughbred' essential oil does more than just smell - it deeply relaxes, lifts depression and boosts confidence. It has a sweet, exotic and richly floral smell and comes from an evergreen, fragile, climbing shrub, that can grow up to 10 metres high and has dark green leaves and small white star-shaped flowers, which are picked at night, when the aroma is most intense. An experienced picker can pick 10,000-15,000 blossoms per night. Originally from China and Northern India, it was brought to Spain by the Moors, with France, Italy, Morocco, Egypt, China, Japan and Turkey currently producing the best oil today. The name Jasmine is derived from the Persian word 'yasmin'. The Chinese, Arabians and Indians used it medicinally, as well as for an aphrodisiac and ceremonial purposes.
The main therapeutic properties of jasmine oil are anti-depressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, anti-spasmodic, sedative and uterine. It can be a valuable remedy in cases of severe depression and soothes the nerves, producing a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria, while revitalizing and restoring energy. It facilitates delivery in childbirth - it hastens the birth by strengthening the contractions and at the same time relieves pain. It is effective in post-natal depression and promotes the flow of breast milk. Because of its deeply soothing and calming nature, jasmine oil helps with sexual problems such as impotence, premature ejaculation and frigidity.
It has a very beneficial effect on the respiratory system, by soothing irritating coughs and helping with hoarseness and laryngitis. It furthermore helps with muscle pain, sprains, and stiff limbs. Jasmine oil tones dry, greasy, irritated and sensitive skin, increases elasticity and is often used to assist with stretch marks and to reduce scarring. Jasmine oil blends particularly well with Sandalwood and all citrus oils.
