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This website's testimonials and products are specific to Young Living Essential
Oils, unless otherwise noted.
Spikenard Essential Oil (Nardostachys jatamansi)
Spikenard Essential Oil was highly regarded in India as a perfume, medicinal
herb, and skin tonic. Prized at the time of Christ, it was used by Mary of
Bethany to anoint the feet of Jesus before the Last Supper. This relaxing,
soothing oil helps nourish and regenerate skin.*Most essential oils work best when blended
with each other. The right combination will enhance the effects and power of the
essential oils. For some basic "oil recipes", check out our Recipe page or visit
our Essential Oil Blends store for some outstanding "Ready-Blends", created by
Young Living.
Body Systems Affected: Emotional Balance
and Skin
Uses: Spikenard essential oil is known for
helping in the treatment of allergic skin reactions. Research has shown that
Spikenard essential oil redresses the skin's physiological balance and causes
permanent regeneration. Spikenard my also help with allergies, candida,
flatulent indigestion, insomnia, menstrual difficulties, migraine, nausea,
rashes, staph infections, stress, tachycardia, tension and wounds that will not
heal.
Historical Uses: In India, Spikenard was
notably regarded as a perfume, medicinal herb and as a skin tonic. Highly prized
in the Middle East during the time of Christ, there are several passages in the
bible referring to Spikenard. Spikenard was also used in the preparation of "Nardium",
a scented oil renown during ancient times.
Folklore: Spikenard has also be known as "nard"
and "false Indian Valerian Root" oil. Prized in early Egypt it was used in
preparation called "kyphi" with other oils like saffron, juniper, myrrh, cassia
and cinnamon. The Egyptians believed that in addition to appeasing the Gods,
Kyphi incense quelled fear and anxiety, improved meditation and induced peaceful
sleep with pleasant dreams.
Properties: Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal,
anti-inflammatory, deodorant, relaxing and skin tonic
Aromatherapy Effects: Spikenard has an earthy,
animal-like fragrance, reminiscent of goats. It is balancing, soothing and
harmonizing.
Scent: heavy, earthy, animal-like - similar to
Valerian
How to use: Apply to
Vita Flex Points and directly on area of concern.
Suggested Blending Oils: Cistus, Lavender,
Patchouli, Pine and Vetiver
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This
product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Rash gone with Spikenard
"I broke out in a rash on my chest and on the side of my lower abdomen. I don't
really know what caused it and was against going to the doctor. There was a big
welt on my side and both areas itched so bad that I just wanted to scratch all
the time. I know the scratching was making them worse and they were red and
inflamed. I first started using Lavender and that did help some with the
itching, but it would come back. I read in the Essential Oil Desk Reference
about Spikenard and decided to try it. Well, that did it! The itch stopped
immediately and now both areas are healing and almost gone. These oils are
wonderful."
Inflammation and Pain gone
"Two years ago I had a meniscus tear in my right knee. The surgical repair
didn't provide relief, so I had to follow up with a uni-compartmental knee
replacement. I've had pain and swelling since and my physicians have been unable
to find a medical cause.
I decided to treat it as a possible hypersensitivity to metal, thinking that my
leg might be reacting to the implant itself. I had much improvement using
lavender, Melrose, peppermint and Frankincense, but the days I had to be on my
feet a lot were still miserable.
After using the normal oils on one of the difficult days, I tried adding
spikenard and myrrh out of desperation. I was greatly relieved to have most of
the inflammation subside and to know that I could have more active days as long
as I'm careful to mitigate the strain on my leg with the appropriate oils.
Without them I would have to live a much more restricted life."
Additional Testimonials and application suggestions for Spearmint Essential Oil can be found at
Oil Testimonials.
