Summer Savory and Borage - our favorite oils of May

Summer Savory / Borage

Our favorite oils for the beautiful month of May are Summer Savory and Borage. Here are the profiles of these wonderful plants:

Family: Labiatae family

Extraction: Whole plant

Extraction Method:
Steam distillation

Country: France

Chemical Group: Phenols

Actions: Anti-bacterial (powerful), antiseptic (intestinal), stimulant-tonic (digestive)

Uses: For treating fungal infections, indigestion, intestinal parasites; to disinfect and heal wounds and ulcers

Blends well with:  Lemon

Contra-indications: Generally non-irritant, but may irritate skin in high dosages / undiluted / over long periods of time. Avoid children, pregnant women and women who are nursing

Promotion Price (while stock is available):  $180   $117 (10 ml)

Family: Boraginaceae 

Extraction: Seeds

Extraction Method: Pressing

Country: Europe

Chemical Constituents: Fatty acids, in particular gamma linolenic acids (GLA)

Uses: For treating psoriasis, eczema, prematurely aged skin; good for regenerating and stimulating skin cell activity (very penetrating)

Blends well with: Base note essential oils like Sandalwood or Patchouli. Use around 10% only in a massage blend with other carrier oils such as Jojoba, Peach, Almond or Apricot as it is rich in nature 

Contra-indications: Nil   

Promotion Price (while stock is available):  $498   $324 (100 ml)     

Both our favorite oils of the month can be purchased here: 

May Promotion Corner