Oakmoss Absolute Oil      

Botanical Name: Evernia prunastri
Common Method Of Extraction: Solvent extracted
Parts Used: Lichen
Note Classification: Base
Aroma: Dry-earthy and bark-like
Largest Producing Countries: Yugoslavia, France, USA, and Bulgaria

Traditional Use: Is used in all perfume types (oriental, moss, fougere, new-mown hay, floral, colognes, aftershaves, etc.).

Properties: Antiseptic, demulcent, expectorant, and fixative.

Benefits: As a fixative.

Blends Well With: Blends well with virtually all other essential oils.

Of Interest: Native Americans used lichen to treat respiratory complaints and for treating wounds.

Safety Data:For perfuming and external purposes only. Not for internal use. It use while pregnant is not recommended.

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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).