Description
Extracted through steam distillation from the yellow-flowered Mediterranean plant Tanacetum annuum, Blue Tansy essential oil, also known as Moroccan Tansy, offers a plethora of therapeutic and aromatherapy benefits. With its distinctive indigo hue attributed to the presence of chamazulene, this oil provides a soothing sensation when applied topically, aids in reducing blemishes, uplifts mood, and eases itchiness caused by bug bites.
Known for its cooling properties, it is effective in calming inflammation, reducing unwanted microbial activity, alleviating nerve pain, acute arthritis, and fibromyalgia. Care should be taken not to confuse it with the perennial common tansy, which has different properties and toxicity levels.
Medicinal use: Blue Tansy Oil, derived from Tanacetum annuum, offers therapeutic benefits such as soothing skin, reducing blemishes, uplifting mood, easing inflammation, alleviating nerve pain, and inhibiting microbial activity. It is also used for bug bites, arthritis, and fibromyalgia, making it a versatile essential oil with medicinal applications.
Cosmetic use: Its skin-soothing properties, ability to reduce blemishes, and calming effects on inflammation. It uplifts mood and can be beneficial for skincare products aimed at soothing and rejuvenating the skin, providing a natural and luxurious addition to cosmetic formulations.
Aromatherapy Applications: It is valued in aromatherapy for its calming and mood-uplifting properties. Its soothing aroma promotes relaxation and emotional well-being. It is also used to ease stress and tension, enhance sleep quality, and create a serene atmosphere, making it a popular choice for aromatherapy blends and diffusions.
An interesting fact about Blue Tansy Oil is that it contains chamazulene, which gives it a vibrant blue color.
