HOP ESSENTIAL OIL

Latin Name: Humulus Lupulus var. Cascade

French Name: Houblon

English Name: Hop

Botanical Family Name: Cannabinaceae

Origin: Quebec, Canada

Distilled Parts: Cones

Organoleptic Characteristics: Clear liquid, clear to pale yellow

Components: Myrcene, α-humulene, (E)-β-Farnesene, β-caryophyllène.

Contraindications: Do not use in case of mastosis breast, hormone-dependent cancers.1

Recommendation: Essential oils are wonderful for the well-being of humans, animals, insects and plants. There are many books that discuss aromatherapy and you should refer to them for proper and safe use. We also recommend that you consult a professional in aromatherapy who will be able to target the biochemical groups and aromatic molecules of essential oils and thus increase the effectiveness of your care.

Essential oils should be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from light and air.

References

  1. Franchomme, P., Jollois, R,. Pénoël, D., L’aromathérapie exactement, Encyclopédie de l’utilisation thérapeutique des huiles essentielles, fondements, démonstration, illustration et applications d’une science médicale naturelle, Bayeux, Éditions Roger Jollois, 2001.