Yarrow, Green Essential Oil (EO79)

Our Green Yarrow Essential Oil is steam distilled from the Achillea Millefolium (yarrow) plant, a member of the Asteraceae family which also includes Chamomile and Echinacea. It grows wild in plains and open forests, and is also sold as an attractive variety by many plant nurseries. Yarrow has a prominent position in the history of medicinal herbs. It is even mentioned in Homer’s Iliad when yarrow is given to Achilles by Chiron, the centaur who trains him in the arts of war. He teaches Achilles how to use yarrow as a wound salve for the soldiers he commands.

Its mellow aroma is mossy and sweetly herbaceous. In skin care, Yarrow is an effective astringent. It works to tone skin, reduce pore sizes, and can help balance out overly oily complexions. For these reasons and more, Yarrow Essential Oil is a popular addition in creams, balms, and serums. It also makes a lovely addition in fresh spa treatments such as scalp or facial masks.

Achillea Millefolium

Bulgaria

Steam Distilled, plant