Almond Verbena Maceration

Common Name: Almond Verbena, Bee-brush, White Brush, Hierba de la princesa

Scientific Name: Aloysia, virgata

Part of Plant Used: Fresh Flowers

Constituents: Fractionated Coconut Oil, Essential Oils

General Information: The essential oil is not available on the market. Almond Verbena Maceration will make a great substitute for the scent of Bitter Almond. Bitter Almond has several constituents that are not considered safe and generally has been taken off the market. There is a synthetic substitute, but this maceration gives you a natural alternative. There is also a vanilla tone and would enhance your vanilla blends.

Physical Properties: Relieves depression.

Emotional and Spiritual Properties: As with many of the oils coming from flowers, there is a love theme. We are often depressed or saddened by the lack of love in our live and more than that we are sad by the lack of encouragement. Criticism seems so easy to give and receive. This oil wants to encourage. Can indicate that you have been working hard and feeling unappreciated. This oil lets you know that you are doing well and encourages you to continue. The world is pleased with you even though it may not say it or show it.

Applications: Use to replace bitter almond in scent. Almond verbena also has a vanilla tone and will enhance any blend with vanilla in it. This oil is a great extender to your valuable flower oils when used as a carrier. The scent will enhance the other flowers’ scents. This maceration is great for a carrier in a perfume blend. You can also make lotions, creams, and balms with it. Blend with essential oils that would naturally blend well with sweet scents.