BAY LEAF
Pimento racemosa
The Bay Leaf is a favorite staple in most modern kitchens. It has been used to flavor soups, sauces and stews. Bay Oil has traditionally been used to flavor cosmetics, cologne, men's hair tonics and holiday candles.
History notes Bay as symbolizing wisdom, peace, protection and praise. That is why Olympic victors were awarded with Bay Laurel Wreaths.
Bay was originally distilled with rum. Remember Bay Rum, the famous hair tonic? It was also used for a body rub for colds and muscle pain.
Today, Bay is still used in aromatherapy for hair and scalp conditions. It helps control dandruff and stimulates hair growth. The essential oil continues to be used to treat muscular aches, neuralgia, rheumatism and poor circulation.
Bay's lauric acid content provides its insecticidal properties. Bay is a great addition to Lavender for keeping insects and moths away.
Bay is a warming herb. Good for soothing the emotions and for poor circulation. It is a tonic for the liver and kidneys and it settles the digestive system. These alone are great reasons to add Bay to every pot of chicken noodle soup. Other reasons include: It helps the loss of appetite, indigestion, is an expectorant, helps with lung congestion, coughs, colds and influenza virus.
Therapeutic Properties Include: analgesic, astringent, anti convulsant, anti neuraligic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, antirheumatic, carminative, diaphoretic, digestant, expectorant, hypotensive, insecticide, sedative and a tonic.
Bay Blends Well With Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Nutmeg, Orange, Pine, Rosemary, Thyme, Ylang Ylang, And Spice Essentials.
Pure Essential Oil Usage
Inhalation - Use in diffuser for congestion, fever, infections
and viruses.
Hair Care - Add to your favorite shampoo to combat dandruff
and hair loss.
Bath - Use for muscle aches, colds, flu, fever and skin
infections.
Massage - Use to relax sore muscles and to calm emotions.
Culinary - Add to soups, stews, sauces, meats, fish, poultry
and as a pickling spice.
Cautions - Moderately toxic, use in small amounts, can
cause skin irritation, can be a mucous membrane irritant. Do not
use if pregnant. Not recommended for sensitive skin. Always dilute
before use.
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Recipes
SORE MUSCLES
Bay - 4 drops
Rosemary - 4 drops
Eucalyptus 4 drops
Ylang Ylang - 3 drops
15 ml Carrier oil
Blend oils in amber bottle, shake and massage onto sore muscles.
Holiday Candles in a Pinch
Add 8 drops of Bay Essential Oil to the pool of melted wax. Enjoy
the flavors of the season. Combine with Cinnamon or Clove essential
oil for more holiday ambiance.
Simple Calming Bath
Bay 6 drops
Lavender 6 Drops
Almond Oil 2 Tablespoons
Add to the bath water and relax. Also good for rheumatism and
relaxing muscles.
Insect Repellent Bags
1 part Bay Leaf
1 part Lavender Flowers
1 part Cedar Shavings
In a large mixing bowl combine dried herbs and mix well. Breaking the herbs in smaller pieces triggers the scents to release. Add to any muslin bag or decorative sachet. Tuck throughout the home wherever you want to discourage insects and other small pests.
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