Aromatherapy with Bay Leaf Essential Oil

Bay is an evergreen tree that is native to the West Indies, Venezuela and the Guianas. The bay tree grows to a height of 30 feet and bears aromatic, long-pointed leaves, small white/yellow flowers and black berries. Bay is also known as bay rum tree or West Indian bay, which distinguishes it from bay laurel, which tends to be used less often for aromatherapy.

Bay has a strong, fresh, spicy, medicinal, herbaceous aroma.

Bay has been used since ancient times. The Romans believed it symbolised wisdom, peace and protection and in ancient Greece athletes were crowned with Bay leaf wreaths.
  
An infused oil of bay has a long history of use as a pain reliever for arthritic aches and pains, lower back pain, earaches, and sore muscles and sprains. Aromatic and slightly bitter, spicy, sweet, medicinal. Blends well with Pine, Cypress and Juniper, Lavender. Frankincense and Clary Sage would be good partners in a spiritual/meditative blend. Combine it with Rosemary for an high-powered study blend. Citrus oils and other spices are also very nice. Please use in moderation, since it is easily overpowering other aromas and can make you feel drowsy. Country of Origin-France

Bay is both uplifting and grounding and can help clear mental confusion and fatigue and provide clarity of thought.

Have a great Friday,

Roberta(Robie) Waterworth
Aesthetic Candles
Candle Maker