RAVENSARA ESSENTIAL OIL
A powerful immune-supporting essential oil traditionally valued for respiratory wellbeing, vitality, and emotional resilience.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Ravensara aromatica
Family: Lauraceae
Origin: Madagascar
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the leaves and twigs
Note: Middle
Colour: Clear
Aroma: Spicy, camphoraceous, woody
About This Essential Oil
Ravensara Essential Oil is highly regarded for its traditional use in supporting the respiratory and immune systems. Known in Madagascar as the 'oil that heals', it is valued for helping the body during times of seasonal illness, fatigue, and reduced vitality while promoting emotional strength and resilience.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports immune wellbeing
• Popular during cold and flu season
• Traditionally valued for respiratory support
• Helps promote vitality during times of fatigue
• Refreshing and strengthening aroma
• Traditionally used to support emotional resilience
History
The people of Madagascar traditionally refer to Ravensara as the 'oil that heals'. For generations it has been valued for its supportive role during illness and recovery. Today Ravensara remains one of the most respected essential oils for respiratory and immune support and is often used at the first signs of seasonal challenges.
Main Chemical Components
60% Oxides, 14% Monoterpenes
Properties
• Anti-infectious
• Antiviral
• Antibacterial
• Antifungal
• Antiseptic
• Antimicrobial
• Expectorant
• Nervine tonic
• Immune stimulant
• Anti-inflammatory (respiratory system)
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for herpes, burns, cuts, and minor skin concerns.
• Muscular System – Traditionally valued for muscle fatigue, aches, and discomfort.
• Respiratory System – Traditionally used for bronchitis, rhino-pharyngitis, sinusitis, asthma, respiratory infections, pneumonia, influenza, whooping cough, and supporting healthy lung function.
• Immune System – Traditionally valued for chickenpox, glandular fever, chronic fatigue syndrome, shingles, herpes, and supporting immune balance.
• Urinary System – Traditionally used for cystitis.
• Other – Traditionally used at the first signs of tiredness, chills, shivers, and seasonal illness.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Purifying and strengthening
• Supports emotional resilience
• Helpful during irritability and emotional overwhelm
• Traditionally valued for clearing negative thought patterns
• Encourages mental clarity and emotional balance
• Helpful when feeling overburdened or depleted
Blends Well With
Eucalyptus, Pine, Myrtle, Frankincense, Tea Tree, Bergamot, Niaouli, Peppermint, Benzoin, Clary Sage, Ginger, Lemon, Rosemary, Marjoram, and Sandalwood.
Health & Safety
• Non-toxic.
• Non-irritating.
• Non-sensitising.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical use.
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
