(Cinnamosma frangrans) distilled from the waxy green leaves and twigs of the trees native to Madagascar. Known to the locals as “Mandravasarotra.” This translates to “which keeps bad things away!” The scent is a little like Eucalyptus when wet but lemony and slight floral notes when dry—Fresh, Green, Spicy-herbaceous, Camphoraceous, Slightly peppery.
More than just a pleasant scent; it's your personal shield in a bottle. With its roots deep in the lush landscapes, Saro has earned its reputation as a powerhouse for supporting the immune system. It serves as an effective, gentle alternative to Tea Tree or Eucalyptus.
CAUTIONS: Since it is a fairly new essential oil and still being researched not recommended for those with fragile health conditions, with epilepsy, or during pregnancy. No essential oil high in 1.8 Cineole should be used around infants or very young children, it can cause breathing problems.
CHARACTER: “Awakening Breath.” “The living breath of the forest after rain.” Renewal, Protection, Courage through gentleness, Adaptability, Spiritual resilience, Forward movement
ETHERIC COLORS: Aquamarine mist, blue-green, forest jade, Pale eucalyptus green, golden amber
CRYSTAL ALLIES: Amazonite, Green Fluorite, Tiger Eye, Clear Quartz, Moss Agate
CHAKRAS: Throat, Solar
ELEMENTS: Air, Wood/Earth
MUSICAL: Wooden flute, Light percussion, Wind chimes, frame drum; D minor
PERFUME NOTE: top to middle
ASTROLOGICAL: Gemini, Virgo, Mercury, Jupiter
ENERGY TYPE: 3/4, Yang
USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Mental clarity, motivation, confidence, concentration, memory
USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: anxiety, depression, Fatigue and exhaustion, foggy, stagnant
USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: upper respiratory, common cold, bronchial congestion, sore throat, shingles, flu, Immune strengthening, Circulatory stimulation, muscular aches and minor pains. It features a unique paradox of being stimulating to the breath and cardiovascular system while deeply calming to the nervous system.
PROPERTIES: anti-viral, antibacterial and anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, gentle expectorant, mucolytic, antiparasitic, analgesic, immune stimulant, antispasmodic
CONSTITUENTS: Rich in oxides (~40-50% 1,8 cineole), monoterpenes (~20-35%), and monoterpenols (~10-20%).
BLENDS WITH: Frankincense, Silver fir, Black spruce, Juniper, Cedarwood, Rosemary, Lemon, Green mandarin, Ginger, Cardamom, Ravintsara, Eucalyptus, Neroli
BLENDS: Rainfall
ARCHETYPES: Pathfinder, Forest guardian, Survivor, Breath keeper
PERSONALITY:
- The resilient traveler
- The forest healer
- The calm protector
- The wise scout
- The survivor who still carries hope
- The competent student
- The inspiring teacher
- The restorative motivator
