Ingredients/Chemical Components
aristolene, calarene, clalarenol, coumarin, nardol, nardostachone
Primary Benefits
- Uplifts, while also calms and relaxes.
- Purifies, clarifies, and promotes healthy skin.
- Grounds and calms the mind.
- Promotes healthy scalp and hair.
- Promotes detoxification.
- Provides blood pressure support.
- Provides urinary tract support.
- Supports the immune system.
History
Referred to in ancient times, as Nard or Nardin, spikenard has a history that spans across many religions. It has long been revered by the people of Nepal and India. Its calming and purifying properties were utilized in religious and in Ayurvedic health practices for centuries. In the Christian Bible, it was notably the oil used to anoint the feet of Jesus Christ before the Last Supper.
Oil Description
Indigenous to the Himalayan mountains, Spikenard, or Nardostachys Jatamansi, is a part of the Valerian family. Its wide variety of therapeutic benefits make this essential oil just as useful today, as it was in the ancient world.
Cautions
Use with a carrier for sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children. Consult your physician if you are pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care. Do not put oils directly in your eyes (oils can drip into eyes – if this happens, flush with fractionated coconut oil, not water). Do not drip oils into the ear canal. Avoid sensitive areas.
*The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Protocols and Recipies
Uses
- Helps to soften and smooth skin.
- Promotes clean and healthy toes and fingernails.
- Promotes deep, restful sleep.
- Promotes feelings of relaxation.
- Cooling – helps to support healthy body temperature.
- Eases symptoms of PMS.
- Supports menopausal symptoms in women.
- Aids in preventing skin infections.
- Supports healthy hair growth and appearance.
- Nourishes and protects the skin.
- Provides respiratory support.
Emotional Components
- Calming and soothing properties
- Promotes feelings of relaxation.
Directions for Use
- Add 1-2 drops to cleanser or moisturizer for amazing skin benefits.
- To boost your mood or lessens headaches, dab on pressure points (wrists, temples, back of the neck, behind ears, the base of the skull), bottoms of feet and over heart as needed.
- Create a grounding atmosphere by diffusing 1-3 drops of spikenard oil. For a woodsy blend, diffuse 2 drops spikenard, 3 drops of frankincense, and four drops lavender.
- Create an uplifting aroma with a blend of 3 drops each of spikenard and wild orange, and 4 drops of douglas fir.
- Promote healthy blood pressure levels by gently rubbing 2 drops of spikenard oil onto the bottoms of feet or use in a warm foot bath.
- Relax while maintaining a healthy scalp: add about 5 drops to shampoo or conditioner and massage scalp for a few minutes.
- For healthy hair appearance and hair growth, add 5-10 drops of spikenard to your favorite conditioner.
- For help sleeping, massage a few drops of spikenard oil onto the bottoms of feet.
- For a soothing bath, add 4-6 drops of spikenard to warm bathwater.
- Help treat cuts or scrapes: apply 1–2 drops of spikenard oil onto affected areas twice daily.
- To maintain a healthy immune system, take internally by adding 1-2 drops in a veggie capsule.
- Soothe menstrual pain and other muscle aches: blend 5 drops spikenard oil with a teaspoon of fractionated coconut oil. Massage the mixture directly onto affected areas as needed.
- For respiratory support, blend 2 drops of spikenard oil with 2 drops of fractionated coconut oil. Apply the mixture on your chest.
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Item Info
doTERRA item #49510001
Size: 15 mL
Wholesale: $52.00
Retail: $69.33
PV: 50