Description

Heliotropium is a genus of flowering plants in the heliotrope family, Heliotropiaceae. There are around 325 species in this almost cosmopolitan genus, which are commonly known as heliotropes. It is highly toxic for dogs and cats.

This Heliotrope oil is excellent for use in aromatherapy diffusers; formulating cosmetics; refreshing potpourri; massage oils; bath oil and, as a perfume body oil.

Aromatherapy uses & benefits: soothes nerves, calming, aid in controlling anxiety

Aroma: mildly sweet, vanilla-like

Legend has it that the Greek god Helios (Apollo) turned the requited admirer Clytie into a flower in response to her spending all her days staring at the sun looking towards the day that Helios would return her affection. Heliotrope comes from the Greek word hēliotropion; hēlio – of or relating to the sun and tropos – turn… its flowers’ toward the sun.

** It is important to note that all absolutes are extremely concentrated by nature. They should not be evaluated in this state unless you are accustomed to the undiluted fragrance. For those trying Absolutes for the first time, we strongly recommend they be evaluated in dilution. Otherwise, the complexity of the fragrance – particularly the rare and exotic notes – become lost.

Absolutes can be very viscous or even solid and can be difficult to extract from the bottle. Gently warming the absolute in a water bath will melt the product and make it easier to use.