Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Mountain savory oil or Winter savory essential oil

Savory essential oil, satureja montana, is also known as Winter Savory and Mountain Savory. Winter Savory is typically credited with the following properties: anti-bacterial, anti-infectious, and anti-fungal. It is a warming oil (it stimulates circulation), and for this reason, is viewed as beneficial for arthritis and rheumatism. It has also been used for insect bites and bee stings.
Mountain Savory (Winter) essential oil, is not recommended for aromatherapy. As a result, a list of common blends does not exist.
Mountain Savory (Winter) has a sharp, medicinal, herbaceous odor.
Savory, satureja montana, is a resilient perennial, native to Europe and North Africa. It can reach a height of 30 cm (12 inches). Its grayish green leaves create a bushy exterior - including tiny burgundy flowers in season.
Savory essential oil cautions: It is a dermal toxin, dermal irritant, and a mucous membrane irritant. Avoid during pregnancy. It is recommended that this oil be used only by experienced aromatherapists.
Savory oil properties - Anti-bacterial, anti-infectious, and anti-fungal. It is a warming oil (it stimulates circulation), and for this reason, is viewed as beneficial for arthritis and rheumatism. It has also been used for insect bites and bee stings.

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