Calamus Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Acorus Calamus
Origin:Asia
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Plant Part: roots
Strength of Aroma: Moderate
Aromatic Scent: sweet cinnamon-like

Aromatherapy Properties:

The sweet, uplifting and refreshing aroma of Calamus stimulants the mind and the body. It assists in improving mental focus, concentration, alertness, memory retention; improves blood circulation to the brain and thus alleviates dizziness; better balance and steadiness; alleviates anxiety, stress and tension; aids nerves, headaches, and is antiseptic. Its aroma is spiritually uplifting, enhancing positive feelings to the mind.

Health Benefits

• Calamus essential oil stimulates nerve and blood circulation. It increases the rate of blood circulation in the affected area and gives relief from the pain and swelling associated with rheumatism, arthritis, and gout.
• This essential oil has a refreshing effect on the brain (however only use it in very mild doses please). It activates neural pathways and is also effective in curing neurotic disorders. This oil is also induces and promotes positive thoughts. It assist memory issues.

• Being a stimulant, it increases blood circulation and helps nutrients and oxygen reach every corner of the body thus stimulating the entire metabolism.
• Low doses of this oil can induce sleep and work as a very effective tranquilizer. This may be of great assistance to those experiencing sleeplessness or insomnia. This oil is also used for the treatment of headaches and vertigo, along with being a sedative.

Suggested Uses

• Use Calamus Essential Massage Oil to enhance brain functioning, alertness and steadiness. 
• Diffuse into the air. Calamus oil can carry you through on balanced wings. Flight (progress) is mush easier using the two wings of clarity and alertness. Go forward  with steady determination.
• Add several drops into warm bath water to unwind the knots of body and mind. Putting a little Epsom or Himalayan Crystal Salt in the bath water increases the therapeutic quality of the treatment. Himalayan Crystal Salt feeds the body with natural minerals which may not be present in one’s dietary intake.
• Add a little Bergamot or Clary Sage essential oil for an extra boost. Relax, re-charge, release imbalances NOW.

Blending: Calamus Essential Oil blends well with cedar wood, cinnamon, clary sage, lavender, marjoram, oregano, patchouli, rosemary, tea tree, and ylang-ylang essential oils.

Please note: The Essential Oil of Calamus contains a compound called asorone, which is toxic and is considered carcinogenic. It has narcotic effects as well and can cause convulsions and hallucinations if taken in high doses. Oral ingestion should be avoided. Pregnant women should strictly avoid its use. And, as always, use the guidance of an expert health care practitioner.