Hops Flower Essential Oil 

Botanical Name: Humulus lupulus
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Dried cones or catkins
Note Classification: Middle
Aroma: Rich, spicy-sweet odor
Largest Producing Countries: Hungary, France, Britain, and Germany

Traditional Use: Employed as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, especially spicy or oriental types.

Properties: Anodyne, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, diuretic, emollient, estrogenic properties, hypnotic, nervine, sedative, and soporific.

Benefits: Amenorrhea, asthma, astringent, dermatitis, headaches, indigestion, insomnia, menstrual cramp, nervous dyspepsia, nervous tension, neuralgia, rashes, reduces sexual overactivity, rough skin, spasmodic cough, stress-related conditions, supports female estrogens, and ulcers.

Blends Well With: Citrus, copaiba balsam, hyacinth, nutmeg, pine, and spice oils.

Of Interest: The herb has been used as a mild sedative, well known in the form of the hop pillow where the heavy aromatic odor has been shown to relax by direct action at the olfactory centers. 

Safety Data: Generally non-toxic, (narcotic in excessive amounts), and non-irritant; may cause sensitization in some individuals.  Should be avoided by those suffering from depression.

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This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier).