DESCRIPTION: An evergreen tree that can grow up to 20 meters in height with dark green glossy leaves and black berries. Popular with the Romans who thought it was the symbol of wisdom, peace, and protection. Crowns of bay leaves were presented to the victors at Olympic Games. Laurus means "to praise" in Latin.
ODOR/AROMA: A strong top note of the characteristic spicy, bay leaf odor.
COLOR: Pale yellow-green to orange-brown liquid
CONSISTENCY: thin
FLASH POINT: 45 C
KOSHER: Yes
CRUELTY FREE: Yes
PHTHALATE FREE: Yes
PARABEN FREE: Yes
THERAPEUTIC GRADE: Yes
COMMON USES: Soaps (particularly shampoo), Aromatherapy, Massage Oils and Diffusers.
CAUTIONS: For external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. A skin test is recommended prior to use, dilute prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
STORAGE: It is recommended that oils be packaged in colored glass or metal containers to protect the oil from air/light/moisture, keep it fresh, maintain the maximum shelf life, and for safe shipping.
