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Cumin Essential Oil


Average Product Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 2 Customer Reviews)


Main Constituents:
Cuminic aldehyde: 34%

Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum

Plant Part: Seeds

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: India

Description: Originally from the Mediterranean area, Cumin is a small annual herb about 50cm ( 20 inches) high with deep green, narrow feathery leaves and tiny white or pink flowers, followed by small oblong seeds.

Color: Colorless to pale yellowish green to brownish yellow liquid.

Common Uses: The properties include use as an antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, anti-toxic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, carminative, depurative, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, larvicidal, nervine, stimulant, and as a tonic. Cumin Essential Oil is also useful as a warming oil that helps relieve muscular pains and osteoarthritis. For the digestive system it is a stimulant that helps with colic, dyspepsia, flatulence, bloating and indigestion. For the nervous system, Cumin Essential Oil is a tonic with beneficial effect on headaches, migraine pain and nervous exhaustion.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Angelica Root, Caraway, Lavender, Rosemary, Chamomile, and essential oils with an oriental flavor.

Aromatic Scent: Cumin Essential Oil has a characteristic spicy, penetrating scent.

History: Known since Bible times, Cumin is mainly used for its digestive properties. The Egyptians used it for headaches. The Pharisees paid their taxes with it and in the Middle Ages, feudal lords paid serfs with Cumin for services rendered.

Cautions: Cumin Essential Oil has photo-toxic properties and direct sunlight should be avoided after any application. It should also be avoided if pregnant and by those with sensitive skin.

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As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.

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Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).

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Submited By: Felicia from Montreal, Quebec on 12/13/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
Rating:

Of good quality, the most animalic of the spices. Not for use just any old way, though. An interesting top note in a perfume, in the hands of a skilled perfumer.
Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/07/2006
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Rating:

Good price for the quality you get, this Cumin is closely related to the Coriander plant. It is Phototoxic - so you should avoid bright sunlight. Do not use if pregnant. Iuse for colic, debility, detoxifying, dyspepsia, flatulence, headaches, indigestion, migraine, nervous exhaustion, poor circulation, spasm. Also known as Cuminum odorum, Cummin, Roman Caraway.