{"product_id":"valerian-essential-oil-50ml289","title":"Valerian Essential Oil 50ml – Valeriana Officinalis | Steam Distilled Eastern Europe","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the deep, earthy complexity of pure Valerian Essential Oil, steam distilled from the root of Valeriana Officinalis sourced from Eastern Europe. Rich, warm and powerfully distinctive — with a deep, musky earthiness, a warm, woody-balsamic depth and a complex, slightly sweet, animalic character — Valerian is one of the most ancient, revered and aromatically unique essential oils in aromatherapy and natural perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eValeriana Officinalis is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia, its tall, graceful stems topped with clusters of small, sweetly fragrant white and pink flowers — a striking contrast to the deep, earthy and intensely aromatic root from which the essential oil is distilled. The root of the Valerian plant has been used in traditional herbal practice across Europe and Asia for over two thousand years — known to the ancient Greeks and Romans, documented in the writings of Hippocrates and Galen, and a staple of European monastic herbal medicine throughout the medieval period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name Valerian is thought to derive from the Latin \u003cem\u003eValere\u003c\/em\u003e — meaning ‘to be strong’ or ‘to be in good health’ — a reflection of the high esteem in which this root was held in the ancient world. In medieval Europe, Valerian was known as ‘All Heal’ and was one of the most widely cultivated and valued herbs in monastery gardens across the continent. It was used as a perfume and strewing herb in the Middle Ages — its distinctive, complex aroma considered pleasant and desirable at a time when aromatic standards were rather different from today. Cats are famously attracted to Valerian root — responding to it in a manner similar to catnip — a curious and endearing characteristic of this ancient botanical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eValerian Essential Oil has a bold, complex and deeply distinctive aromatic character that makes it a valued and unusual ingredient in natural perfumery — used as a deep, earthy base note in chypre, fougère and oriental fragrance compositions, where its musky, balsamic warmth adds extraordinary depth and tenacity. In aromatherapy, its deeply grounding and earthy aromatic character makes it a popular choice for diffusing in meditation and relaxation practices. This 50ml size is ideal for professional formulators, perfumers and those who incorporate Valerian regularly into their practice or product making.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valeriana Officinalis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam Distillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiffusion\/Oil Burner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1–2 drops only to your diffuser or oil burner — Valerian is an exceptionally potent and distinctive oil; use sparingly for a deep, earthy and grounding aromatic atmosphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeditation \u0026amp; Relaxation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deeply grounding and earthy oil — diffuse in small amounts during meditation, yoga or moments of quiet reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Perfumery:\u003c\/strong\u003e A distinctive and tenacious earthy base note — blends well with Patchouli, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Frankincense, Lavender and other earthy, resinous or woody essential oils; use in very small amounts as its powerful aroma can easily dominate a blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always dilute very thoroughly with a carrier oil before any topical application — use in very low dilutions only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePossible skin sensitivity. Always dilute well with a carrier oil before topical use — use in very low dilutions only. Valerian Essential Oil is a highly potent oil with a very powerful aroma — use with care and in moderation. Keep out of reach of children. Not suitable for use during pregnancy. If you are nursing or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. For external use only. Do not use internally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Wisdom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64160098713949,"sku":"preo-93","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/8525\/4493\/files\/bG9jYWw6Ly9tZWRpYS85US9DRS82MFIzMEMxRzZNV0tDRTlRLzQ5NzNhMmEzLmpwZWc.jpg?v=1776026292","url":"https:\/\/houseofpotions.com\/products\/valerian-essential-oil-50ml289","provider":"House of Potions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}