The organic Goldenrod essential oil is excellent for diffusing to relax the mind and the atmosphere, with its lovely floral scent. A massage under the feet and behind the neck with a vegetable oil calms nervousness and promotes good sleep.
Always mixed with a vegetable oil and applied to the face in the evening after cleansing, goldenrod essential oil revives the skin and complexion.
Latin name: Solidago canadensis
French name: Verge D'or
English name: Goldenrod
Botanical family: Asteraceae
Origin: Canada
Harvest time: July and August
Distilled part: Flowering aerial part
Organoleptic characteristics: Liquid, colorless to light yellow, citrus and floral fragrance with a hint of fennel.
Major constituents: a-pinene, germacrene-D, limonene, myrcene
Goldenrod essential oil is ideal for diffusion, creating a relaxing atmosphere thanks to its pleasant floral scent. In massage, especially under the feet and behind the neck, diluted in a vegetable oil, it soothes nervousness and promotes restful sleep.
In addition, by applying it in the evening to the face after cleansing, always mixed with a vegetable oil, it revitalizes the skin and restores radiance.
PHYSICAL
REFERENCES
Goldenrod is distinguished by its numerous small flower heads, characteristic of the plant. In summer and autumn, it lights up the landscapes of Quebec with its bright yellow floral tops. It particularly likes wetlands, the banks of rivers and the St. Lawrence valley.
First Nations passed down a wealth of knowledge about the applications and therapeutic properties of North American plants. For example, the Iroquois nation used the roots and flowers of goldenrod as an infusion to relieve side stitches and as an emetic for excess bile.
The Iroquois and the Thompsons also used Goldenrod for their soothing properties on sleep disorders in infants. They were preparing infusions of tubers to give to babies or decoctions of the whole plant to add to their bath.
In addition to these applications, Goldenrod is recognized for its antipyretic, anti-diarrheal, liver stimulating and analgesic properties for sore throats (by chewing the crushed flowers). It is also used as a vulnerary, as a cleansing decoction for pain and wounds in horses. Current scientific research confirms and validates this empirical knowledge passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years.
**CONTRAINDICATIONS**
No known contraindication to physiological doses. However, it is recommended to avoid its use during the first three months of pregnancy.
Additionally, long-term pure skin application may result in redness if the product is oxidized.
**RECOMMENDATIONS**
Essential oils offer numerous benefits for human, animal, insect and plant well-being. It is recommended to refer to specialized aromatherapy books for appropriate and safe use.
We also recommend consult an aromatherapy professional, capable of targeting the biochemical groups and aromatic molecules of essential oils, in order to optimize the effectiveness of treatments.
**STORAGE**
It is best to store essential oils in a cool, dry place, away from light and air.
The information provided on this website is NOT a medical recommendation for treatment or cure of any medical condition or disease.