10ml Valerian Essential Oil – Valeriana Officinalis | Steam Distilled Eastern Europe

Discover the deep, earthy intensity of pure Valerian Essential Oil, steam distilled from the roots of Valeriana Officinalis sourced from Eastern Europe. Warm, woody and powerfully distinctive — with a deep, damp earthiness, a musky, balsamic warmth and a rich, slightly animalic depth — Valerian is one of the most unusual, characterful and deeply grounding essential oils in professional aromatherapy, and one of the most potent and respected sedative botanicals in the natural wellness world.

Valerian has been used as a medicinal herb since at least ancient Greece and Rome — Hippocrates described its properties, and Galen later prescribed it as a remedy for insomnia. Its name is believed to derive from the Latin 'valere', meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be well' — a fitting tribute to a botanical whose therapeutic reputation has endured for over two thousand years. In medieval Europe, Valerian was one of the most widely used and trusted medicinal herbs, used to calm the nerves, ease anxiety and promote deep, restorative sleep. During the Second World War, Valerian root preparations were used in England to relieve the stress and anxiety of air raids.

The essential oil of Valerian is steam distilled from the roots of the plant — the same part used in traditional herbal medicine — and carries the full, characteristic aromatic intensity of the root in concentrated form. Its famously deep, earthy and pungent aroma is an acquired taste in the diffuser, but its deeply grounding, calming and sedative aromatic character makes it a uniquely valued and effective oil in professional aromatherapy blending, where small amounts can add an extraordinary depth and grounding quality to sleep, relaxation and stress-relief formulations.

Product Details:

• Latin Name: Valeriana Officinalis
• Part of Plant: Roots
• Origin: Eastern Europe
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
• Size: 10ml

How to Use:

• Diffusion/Oil Burner: Add 1–2 drops only — Valerian has an exceptionally powerful and distinctive aroma; blend with softer, sweeter oils such as Lavender, Bergamot or Cedarwood to balance its intensity
• Sleep & relaxation blending: A valued ingredient in professional sleep, relaxation and stress-relief blends — use in very small amounts as a grounding base note
• Blending: Blends well with Lavender, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Vetiver, Patchouli and other woody, resinous or floral essential oils — use sparingly
• Topical: Always dilute thoroughly with a carrier oil before any topical application

Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity. Always dilute with a carrier oil before topical use. Use in moderation — Valerian Essential Oil is highly potent and should be used in very low dilutions only. Keep out of reach of children. Not suitable for use during pregnancy or lactation. May cause drowsiness — avoid use before driving or operating machinery. If you are nursing, taking sedative medications, or under a doctor's care, consult your physician before use. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. For external use only. Do not use internally.

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