• BOTANICAL NAME Nardostachys jatamansi
• PART OF PLANT Root
• ORIGIN Nepal
• CULTURE Organic, certified by ECOCERT® SA
• CHEMOTYPE CALARENE, A PATCHOULENE
• OTHER NAME False indian valerian
• EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillation
• ODOUR Heavy, sweet and woody
• COLOUR Yellow to amber

Topical (Adults): Mix 1 to 2 drops in ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) of vegetable oil.

NOT FOR USE ON CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE OR WOMEN WHO ARE PREGNANT OR NURSING. For external and cosmetic use only. Do not use essential oils undiluted. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center.  Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil. If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If nausea, dizziness, headache or allergic reactions occur, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist. Not for use on inflamed, broken, irritated or sensitive skin or if suffering from dermatitis. Avoid exposing treated area to sunlight.

Spikenard has grown on the world’s tallest mountain range, the Himalayans, for eons. Also called Nard, it is considered sacred and is an integral part of India’s Ayurvedic tradition. It was used as a luxury perfume in Ancient Egypt, the Middle East and Ancient Rome.