Dill Herb and Evening Primrose – our favorite oils for March
Our favorite oils for the beautiful month of March are Dill Herb and Evening Primrose.
Here are the profiles of these wonderful plants:
Extraction: Weed
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Country: Native to Europe, is naturalised to North America and the West Indies
Chemical Group: d-phellandrene, terpinene, limonene, carvone, dillapiole, isomyristicin, and myristicin
Actions: Antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, stimulant, and stomachic
Uses: As a digestive support (colic, dyspepsia, flatulence and indigestion) and also aids sleeping
Blends well with: Coriander Seed, Bergamot, Caraway, Nutmeg and Citrus oils
Contra-indications: Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing, but should be avoided during pregnancy
Promotion Price (while stock is available): $135 $92 (10 ml)
Family: Onagraceae
Extraction: Seeds
Extraction Method: Pressing
Country: North America
Chemical Constituents: Fatty acid, in particular gamma linolenic acid (GLA)
Uses: For dry, itchy skin or skin irritations, wrinkles, scars, PMS
Blends well with: Blends well with Jojoba and Almond as a carrier oil base
Contra-indications: Epilepsy
Promotion Price (while stock is available): $310 $211 (100 ml)