Sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua) has been present in folk medicine for more than 2,000 years. Wormwood was primarily used as a natural anti-malarial remedy, and its medicinal effects were later shown to boost immunity. Its effect on cancer cells has also been established. Sweet Wormwood is celebrated for its powerful medicinal properties and has a reputation as a miracle plant with a long and distinguished history of folk medicine uses.
Wormwood essential oil acts as a local anesthetic and also as a cardiac stimulant by stimulating the central nervous system. It is applied internally to improve blood circulation, and applied externally for arthritis, bruises, neuralgia, rheumatism, flat feet.
The aerial part of the plant is used as an aromatic spice for culinary products.
The essential oil is suitable for use in perfumery and soap making.
Experiments have shown the inhibitory effect of plant phytoncides on the development of anthrax.
The aerial part during the flowering period is used in folk medicine for malaria, dysentery as a wound healing agent.
From the aerial part of the plant you can get red dye for leather, from the roots - lemon yellow for silk, wool and leather.
Artemisinin is used as an antiviral, antibacterial, antineoplastic, antiparasitic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antimalarial agent. Artemisinin is the only recognized drug that can completely cure malaria. It consists of 98% artemisinin, an extract of sweet wormwood. In addition to aremisinin, sweet wormwood also contains many medicinal substances that synergistically have enormous health benefits. Let's highlight the most important of them: quercetin, luteolin, camphor, beta-sitosterol, carvacrol.
Aromatherapy: Sweet wormwood oil can be used in aromatherapy. Add a few drops to an aroma diffuser and diffuse the aroma into the room to achieve relaxation and improve mood.
Massage: Dilute sweet wormwood essential oil with a carrier oil, such as jojoba or sunflower oil, and use for massage. This can help relieve joint and muscle pain as well as promote relaxation.
Uses in cosmetic products: Sweet wormwood oil can be added to creams, lotions or face masks. This can help to cleanse the skin and support its health. It is important to dilute it in the right concentration because the oil is very strong.
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors with the addition of sweet wormwood oil, after diluting in warm water, can help with diseases of the respiratory system.
Application for skin problems: Sweet wormwood oil can be applied topically to skin problems such as pimples after diluting with a carrier oil. It may have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.
Contains no preservatives, not mixed with other oils, guaranteed 100% natural product.
It is used in cosmetics, perfumery, aromatherapy, food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Since this type of wormwood contains artemisinin, which is used medicinally to treat malaria, the composition of the essential oil can vary.
Sabinene: This component may have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.
Borneol Acetate: This component may be associated with the soothing properties of the oil.
Beta-Caryophyllene: This terpene is associated with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Thujone: Thujone can be toxic in large amounts and is regulated in artemisia oils.
Aroma lamp / Diffuser: 3-5 drops per 15 m2 - 100-150 ml. water
Massage: 5-6 drops per 15 g of base oil
Baths / Saunas: 4-6 drops
Compresses: 5-6 drops
Product origin: Bulgaria
Storage: in a dry place, in a glass or aluminum package, without direct sunlight at temperature from +5 °C to + 25 °C
Delivery: Econt, Speedy, Bulgarian Post, DHL, TNT, FedEx and others.
Payment: cash on delivery, bank transfer, card
Shelf life: up to 5 years
Safety measures: Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from pets.
* The use of essential oils is prohibited for children under 3 years of age. After 3 years with notification and by doctor's prescription.
* The use of essential oils is prohibited for people with asthmatic tendencies.
* The use of essential oils for animals is prohibited.
Attention! Important information
The information on the benefits of essential oils and the indications for their use contained in the descriptions of the specific essential oil on our website are presented for information only and cannot be considered as a medical prescription, for the treatment of a disease or self-treatment. The information described is not complete and comprehensive. Before using essential oils, please consult your personal physician, aromatherapist, or specialist in the field of herbal medicine.
Remember that essential oils are 100% concentrated substances that require proper dilution before use at home or for cosmetic and perfumery purposes. It is very important not to use essential oils in excessively high concentrations (drops). Before using the essential oil, perform a tolerance test - apply a small amount of the essential oil 1-2 drops, pre-diluted in vegetable oil (almond, jojoba, grape seed), on the skin (in the crook of the elbow or wrist) and observe the reaction in lasting from 1 to 24 hours.
In case of getting an allergic reaction, such as: suffocation, rashes, runny nose, itching, diarrhea, rapid heart rate or any other type of intolerance on your body, call a doctor or an emergency center immediately.
The amount of essential oil to add to the base oil (eg jojoba) depends on the desired aroma and concentration you want to achieve.
It is generally recommended to use a solution of 1% to 3% essential oil in carrier oil. So, you will add 2 ml. essential oil to 100 ml. base oil to obtain a solution with a concentration of 2%.
