This Hop CO2 Select oil has a sharp, green, caramel beer-like aroma. Hops are often used in aromatherapy for their belief to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. This Hop CO2 Select is more viscous than the essential oil version, therefore may require some care before blending. Hops are the flowers (seed cones) of the hop plant.

Botanical Name: Humulus lupulus
Method of Extraction: Super-critical CO2 Extraction
CO2 Extraction is a low-temperature process for extracting plant oils. The CO2 process extracts the 'heavier' therapeutic properties from the raw plant material, rather than Steam Distilled
Part Typically Used: Flower (seed cone)
Perfumery Note: Middle
Country of Origin: USA

Typical Main Constituents
alpha-Humulene - 45%
Myrcene - 15%
beta-Caryophyllene - 12%

Actions: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Sedative, Anxiety, Stress, Nervousness, Insomnia, Neuralgia, Bruising, Menstrual Issues. Clinical evidence suggests that when combined with Valerian this blend can have a sedating effect.

Blends Well With: Benzoin, Cypress, Frankincense Carterii, Royal Sandalwood, Geranium, Lavender, Mandarin, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Sweet Marjoram, Thyme (Red).

Safety Data: During pregnancy and lactation it is best to avoid. Best to avoid use with children. May interact with barbituarates and other drugs that depress the central nervous system. May interact with drugs that influence hormone levels e.g. contraceptions, hormone replacment therapy etc. Dont use 2 weeks prior to surgery as it could interact with anesthesia drugs and potentiate the sedative effects.  

Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural

At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.

The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.

Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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