Bay Laurel Essential Oil

Add a few drops of bay laurel essential oil to your diffuser when you need to find inner strength. Its scent helps us to face new challenges and to channel creativity. It’s also great for encouraging normal immune function during cough and cold season.

Bay laurel essential oil uses

Not to be confused with bay essential oil, bay laurel oil is thought to be a powerful expectorant. Many aromatherapists use its aroma as a decongestant, and it’s perfect for diffusing when you’re bunged up. To help clear the airways, add a few drops to hot water and inhale the steam.

Women often find that bay laurel essential oil helps to regulate the monthly cycle. Mix with a carrier oil and apply to the stomach area as a massage oil to help relieve irregular periods and menstrual cramps. With analgesic properties, bay laurel oil is often used for the relief of general aches and pains too.

Bay laurel essential oil benefits

With antibacterial properties to its name, bay laurel essential oil is a great little addition to a family first aid kit. Dab onto cuts and grazes to help prevent infection but be careful to avoid application to open wounds.

Many find that bay laurel essential oil benefits the digestive system. If you struggle with bloating, gas and indigestion, blend with a carrier oil and apply topically to the stomach area for relief of digestive issues.

There’s another benefit to bay laurel oil, and that’s its ability to repel pesky insects. Add a couple of drops to a cotton bud and leave in your kitchen if you have problems with ants and other bugs.

Bay laurel essential oil facts

Botanical name	Laurus nobilis
Plant part	Leaves
Extraction method	Steam distillation
Colour	Golden yellow
Consistency	Light
Note	Top
Strength of aroma	Strong
Aromatic secent	Fresh, spicy and sweet