Bay Laurel

Description

I’m battling congestion, aches, and brain fog all at once… 

e3’s Bay Laurel — Clarity, Comfort, and Open Airways When You Need Them Most

When congestion, aches, and brain fog weigh you down, Bay Laurel essential oil offers a refreshing breath of relief. It helps ease respiratory congestion, loosen stubborn phlegm, and promote freer breathing. Simultaneously, it soothes muscles and stiff joints with gentle warmth, while sharpening mental clarity to help you feel more present, alert, and steady.

Latin name: Laurus nobilis
Country of origin: Crete
Part of the plant: Dried leaves
Obtained by: Steam distilled
Main biochemical components*: 1,8 cineole, linalol, alpha-terpinyl acetate
Properties: Analgesic, antispasmodic, lymph stimulant, emmenagogic, anticatarrhal, anticoagulant, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial, antiparasitic, digestive, hypotensor, expectorant.
Aroma: Fresh, herbaceous, slightly sweet with a soft spice that wakes up the senses.
Scent Note: Middle
Blends Well With: Eucalyptus and Ravintsara to open airways, Citrus oils to lift mental fog, Rosemary to enhance focus, Ginger or Black Pepper to ease muscle tension, Cypress and Juniper Berry to support circulation and lymphatic flow, Lavender and Frankincense to balance brightness with calming grounding.

Besides being a tremendous help for respiratory issues, Bay Laurel also supports immune and lymphatic health, combats unwanted microbes, and helps reduce mental fatigue and tension headaches. It promotes circulation, lightens mental blocks, and encourages inner courage. A true multipurpose reset oil — just one drop when your body and mind need to get unstuck.

Note: Use sparingly. It’s a strong, stimulating oil. Always dilute well (1–2% in carrier oil) before applying to skin. Avoid use during pregnancy, with infants or young children, or if you have asthma or epilepsy. Do not use near eyes or mucous membranes. Store in a cool, dark place and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Benefits & Therapeutic Uses

Physical uses: Respiratory congestion, muscle aches, stiff joints, poor circulation, headaches, infections, lymphatic support, immune support.

Skin care uses: Scalp tonic, blemishes, minor skin infections, bruises.

Psychological uses: Mental fatigue, mental fog, anxiety, fear.

Subtle uses: Promotes intuition. Clears mental blocks. Promotes confidence and courage.

Notes: Use Bay Laurel in a 1-5% dilution. Avoid during pregnancy and nursing.

*Chemical components: Chemical component percentages may vary. Essential 3 offers a Certificate of Analysis for review.

How to Use Bay Laurel to Get Unstuck and Back in the Game

After Shower: After showering, while your skin is still wet, put 1-3 drops of essential oil in the palm of one of your hands and rub your hands together. Quickly and evenly spread the essential oil over your legs, arms, and torso. Avoid sensitive skin areas. For maximum skin hydration and to seal in moisture, apply cream, lotion, or body oil directly to damp skin.

Chest Rub: Mix 5-15 drops of essential oil in 1 tablespoon of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion. Apply to your upper chest and upper back.

Compress: Fill a basin with water. (Warm water relaxes and increases circulation. Cool water invigorates and relieves inflammation.) Add 3-5 drops of essential oil and briskly stir. Lay in a washcloth, wring and apply to the area in need for approximately 1-5 minutes. Dip, wring and apply 3 more times.

Diffusion: Follow the diffuser manufacturer’s instructions to fill the air with a therapeutic aroma.
Easy alternatives when you don’t have a diffuser:
Place 2-4 drops of essential oil on several cotton balls or tissues; place nearby or tuck into the grate of fan or air vent in your home or car.

Inhalation: Put 1-3 drops of essential oil on a tissue and inhale the aroma through your nose. Pause and inhale again.
(Avoid touching your nose with the tissue.)

Massage: Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion.

Scalp Oil: Mix 12-24 drops of essential oil in 2 ounces of fractionated coconut oil or jojoba, or a blend of both. Store in a glass bottle with a cap. Use approximately 1 teaspoon to massage into your scalp at night. Shampoo in the morning.

Spot Application: Mix 1-4 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil or aloe vera and apply to the area in need.

e3 Blends Containing Bay Laurel Essential Oil

Lymphatic Support Blend

Resilience Blend

Rose Blossom Blend

Sweet Spice Blend

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The Methods of Use are general guidelines. Individual sensitivities, desired results, and the characteristics of the essential oil(s) used must all be considered. Adjust methods and proportions accordingly.

For external use only. Always dilute before use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas. Keep away from direct flame – essential oils are flammable. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before using essential oils. Store at room temperature and avoid direct sunlight.

Aromatherapy: The use of natural, aromatic substances, known as essential oils, to enhance the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit. (This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. No information provided is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)