Escentia Bay Leaf Pure Essential Oil

• Botanical Name: Cinnamomum tamala
• Country Of Origin: Bhutan
• Form: Liquid essential oil
• Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves
• Suitable For: Cosmetic Use
• Solubility: Oil soluble, not water soluble

• Hair oils and scalp treatments for oily-feeling or lacklustre hair
• Hair rinses and scalp blends
• Massage oils for tired-feeling muscles
• Body oil blends with a warm, spicy aromatic profile
• Diffuser or steam blends for a more robust, herbaceous scent
• Blending with bergamot, black pepper, geranium, lavandin, lavender, lime, rosemary, and ylang ylang

This Product Is For:

• Makers creating scalp and hair care blends
• Aromatherapy enthusiasts who enjoy warm, spicy essential oils
• Formulators making massage and body oil blends
• Anyone looking for a distinctive leaf-derived essential oil for cosmetic use

This Product Is Not For:

• Direct use on the skin without dilution
• Internal use
• Use during pregnancy
• Water-based use without a suitable solubiliser

• As a Scalp Oil Ingredient: Dilute into a suitable carrier oil and use in scalp massage blends or pre-wash treatments.
• As a Hair Rinse Ingredient: Add to a properly formulated rinse or hair treatment with suitable dispersing support where needed.
• As a Massage Oil Ingredient: Blend in small amounts into a carrier oil for body massage use.
• As an Aromatic Blend: Add a few drops to a diffuser or aromatic blend for a warm, spicy note.
• Processing Tip: Start with a low percentage, as bay leaf essential oil has a strong aromatic profile.
• Processing Tip: Blend with bergamot, black pepper, geranium, lavandin, lavender, lime, rosemary, or ylang ylang for a more rounded result.

• For external use only
• Do not ingest
• Always dilute before applying to skin
• Use in moderation
• Not to be used during pregnancy
• If breastfeeding, seek professional advice before use
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• Store away from children, animals, sunlight, and heat

Q: Can I use bay leaf essential oil directly on my scalp?
A: No. It should always be diluted in a suitable carrier oil or finished formulation before use.

Q: What is this oil commonly used for in hair care?
A: It is often included in scalp tonics, hair oils, and rinses where a stimulating, fresh-feeling scalp treatment is desired.

Q: What does bay leaf essential oil blend well with?
A: It pairs beautifully with bergamot, black pepper, geranium, lavandin, lavender, lime, rosemary, and ylang ylang.

Q: Can I use this oil in water-based hair products?
A: Not on its own. Essential oils are not water soluble, so a suitable solubiliser or proper formulation method is needed.

Q: Is this suitable for use during pregnancy?
A: No. It should be avoided during pregnancy.