Botanical Name: Laurus nobilisÂ
Plant Part: Leaves Â
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Â
Origin: Austria Â
Description: This is an evergreen tree which can grow up to 20 meters high with dark green, glossy leaves and black berries.Â
Color: Pale yellow green to orange brown liquid.Â
Consistency: ThinÂ
Note: TopÂ
Strength of Aroma: StrongÂ
Blends well with: Bergamot, Virginian Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Ginger, Orange, Patchouli, Rosemary, Ylang-ylang.Â
Aromatic Scent: Bay has a strong, spicy bay leaf scent.Â
History: Bay Essential Oil was very popular with the Romans, who thought Bay was a symbol of wisdom, peace and protection. The Latin 'Laudis' means 'to praise, which is why the victors at the Olympic Games were presented with a Laurel (Bay) Wreath. In the past Bay leaves were distilled with rum. The Bay rum so obtained was a famous hair tonic and body rub for colds and muscle pains.
