Certified Organics:
All of our Certified Organic Herbal Oils are carefully selected to ensure that they are of the best quality. Our St. John's Wort Oil is an infusion of Certified Organic St. John's Wort flowers and Virgin Olive Oil. The Virgin Olive Oil comes from trees grown in a National Park on the East Coast of Italy. There are absolutely no chemicals or preservatives used, and at a minimum, our product qualifies as being Wild Crafted.
Botanical Name: Hypericum Perforatum
Infused in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Part used: Flowers
Standardization: 10.11% dry herb/L of oil
Common Uses: Organic St. John’s Wort is widely claimed to be effective as an antidepressant. It is considered to have antiseptic, antiviral and astringent properties; and is credited with being a pain reliever and excellent for the reduction of swelling and bruising. It can also be used on sunburns to improve recovery times, heal wounds, and relieve skin inflammation.
Usage Amounts:
Creams and Ointments: Max 15%
Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of 9 Months to 1 Year with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended.
Cautions: St. John's Wort may cause photosensitivity. Users should avoid direct sunlight after application. It should also be avoided by women who are pregnant.
Please Note: As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics encourages small, lab scale manufacturing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.
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