Botanical Name: Nardostachys Jatamansi

Country of Origin: Nepal

Distillation Method: Steam

Plant Part Used: Root

Indications: Jatamansi Oil has been used for thousands of years to promote a peaceful and calm mind. It possesses a beautiful fragrance and is beneficial in the practice of yoga and meditations, as it strengthens the mind and brings the higher consciousness into focus. This is a 100% pure essential oil with no other oils added. Jatamansi is also known as spikenard and has been a valued oil since the Biblical times. It is mentioned that Mary Magdalene used this oil to massage the feet of Jesus at the Last Supper. Jatamansi possesses tremendous ability to calm and sooth frayed nerves. It is especially grounding for Vata disorders. It can stimulate the male hormonal system and help restore a sense of control and power. It is also used to bring youthfulness to maturing skin and is excellent for the heart and general circulation.

Usage: cosmetic,skin care, perfumes, bath, patches, compress, massage oil, food.

Aroma: heavy, sweet, woody and spicy, slightly reminiscent of valerian, ginger, cardamom, and cedar wood.

Mixes well with: with dhavana, champa, angelica, geranium, cajeput, lavender, ginger, cardamom.