Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Yarrow

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Essential Oil of Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Abbr: Yar    [to top of page]
A perennial herb with a simple stem that extends up to 1 metre in height. It has finely dissected leaves that have a lacy appearance and bears numerous pinky-white, dense flowerheads.
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Odour of Essential Oil of Yarrow: Fresh, sweet, herbaceous, slightly camphoraceous.
Colour of Essential Oil of Yarrow: Ranges from dark blue to pale yellow.
Source of Essential Oil of Yarrow: Dried herbs.
Method of Extraction of Yarrow: Distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Yarrow: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Carminative, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Stimulant.
Actions of Essential Oil of Yarrow: Immuno-stimulant, tonic - general.
Circulatory: Circulation problems, edema, fluid retention, rheumatism, varicose veins.
Digestion: Bile - lacking, diarrhea, digestion - sluggish, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach cramps.
Endocrine: Menopause, pre-menstrual syndrome.
Genito-Urinary: Fluid retention, menstrual pain, menstrual problems, pre-menstrual syndrome.
Immune: Colds, immuno-stimulant.
Lymphatic: Water retention.
Muscular: Abdominal pain, aches and pains, backache, cramps, muscle pain, muscle spasms, sprains, strains.
Respiratory: Pleurisy.
Skeletal: Arthritis, joint inflammations, joint pain, rheumatism.
Medical Terms: Arthritis.
Contra-Indications for Yarrow: May cause headaches. May irritate sensitive skin. Pregnancy. Babies or small children.
Comments on Yarrow: Found all through Europe, western Asia and North America, Yarrow was once used in Scotland as a charm and for divination.~It was known as the "military herb" and was used for wounds, diabetes and nose bleeds.~In Sweden it was used as and additive for beer.~Yarrow acts directly on the bone marrow and stimulates blood renewal.~It also stimulates the immune system and increases white cell production.~Yarrow's powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties make this an excellent choice for female disorders as well as for respiratory problems.~This oil is also useful for long term skin complaints such as acne, rashes or eczema as its actions are slow but effective.

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