Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
Applications: Aromatherapy/Flavouring Additives
Bay leaf oil is extracted from the fresh leaves of the bay plant by steam distillation method. The primary constituents of this oil include beta pinene, chavicol, alpha-pinene, alpha-terpineol, eugenol, limonene, myrcene, neral, and linalool. Having antibiotic properties, this oil can inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, and microbes. Serving as an astringent, it can also treat pain. Bay leaf oil can also boost appetite, promote hair growth, and improve blood circulation.