Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Galbanum

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A tonic, Galbanum essential oil is used in cases of fatigue and tension. In perfumery, Galbanum essential oil adds an olfactory touch that is much popular in the development of green and botanical notes and in the composition of 'chypre' notes.

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Appropriate

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Appropriate

  • Food use

    Food use

    Possible but not recommended

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Not recommended

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Resin

Botanical name

Ferula gummosa

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Telphon T. (2003) ABC des Huiles Essentielles. Editions Grancher. Franchomme P., Jollois R. et Pénoël D. (2001) L'Aromathérapie exactement. Editions Roger Jollois.

Properties

Health

Fragrance

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Properties

Galbanum essential oil is renowned for the following health benefits:

  • Tonic, stimulating

  • Emmenagogue: promotes or regulates menstruation.

  • Rich in antiseptic compounds.

  • Helps relieve pain.

Uses

It is traditionally used to improve the following situations:

  • Fatigue

  • Disorders of the female cycle

  • Rheumatic, muscular and joint pain, muscle aches

  • Skin disorders: ulcers, abscesses

In practice

Toning action: Mix into your oil blend. Massage the legs and arms with this blend before and after a sports session.

Invigorating: For atmospheric diffusion, in synergy with other oils.

Precautions


  • Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 6 years old.

  • Contains hormone-like molecules: avoid without medical advice in case of hormone-dependent conditions.

  • Do not use orally without the advice of a healthcare professional.

  • Always use diluted.

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • Some natural compounds in this essential oil may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals when incorporated into a cosmetic formulation.

  • Avoid using old or oxidized essential oils. Store away from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always perform a patch test by applying your preparation to the inside of your elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, refer to specific precautions.

Find out more

Known to the Egyptians and Greeks, who used it as a painkiller, Galbanum also grows in certain regions of Iran. Galbanum essential oil is obtained by distilling the gum-resin of an Iranian perennial plant (Ferula galbaniflua), around 1 m high. Its unique, distinctive fragrance makes it a benchmark raw material in the perfume industry.

It is mainly used as a top note or heart note, and its olfactory touch is popular in the development of green, chypre and botanical notes.

It is found in a wide range of fragrances, including floral-woody, woody-aromatic and citrus-aromatic. It is also known in aromatherapy for its stimulating and invigorating properties.

That earthy, lemony cave scent is amazing!

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Very good products and package... I will buy again

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GOOD

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Effective against boils

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Very good product.

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Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

"Dancing Touch" fragrance for her (A. Erligmann)

Fragrance

  • 25.1 g or 29.2 ml Organic jojoba carrier oil
  • 0.12 g or 4 drops amyris essential oil
  • 0.18 g or 6 drops of clary sage essential oil
  • 0.03 g or 1 drop of Ylang-ylang essential oil
  • 0.06 g or 2 drops of Jasminum sambac absolute
  • 0.06 g or 2 drops lemongrass essential oil
  • 0.03 g or 1 drop of Galbanum essential oil
  • 0.12 g or 5 drops of lime essential oil
  • 0.3 g or 13 drops of organic lemon essential oil (furocoumarin-free)

Method: Pour the jojoba oil into a bowl. Add the essential oil and jasmine absolute, mixing well with each addition. Pour the fragrance into your roll-on using a funnel.

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.