Odor: Warm and spicy, quite green with a hint of musk. Odor like ground Cumin.
Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum
Country of Origin: Spain
Extraction Technique: Steam Distilled
Components: Seeds
Color: Clear to pale yellow
Note: Middle
Viscosity: Liquid
Properties: Revitalizes, replenishing, lifts the spirits, gives the body a boost
Possible Uses: May add to carrier oil. Used to prepare sauces, dressings and gravies. Also will add a spicy, musky warmth to any essential oil blend when added in small amounts.
Great with: Excellent with the aphrodisiac oils (Cedarwood, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood). Citrus oils, spice derived oils and Floral oils.
History & Facts: Ancient spice ingredient on the subcontinent and in Oriental and Mexican dishes. Also used as a stimulant in some cultures.
Safety Information: Non-toxic. Should not irritate skin (in very low doses, of course) but avoid sunlight if applied to skin as it can cause photosensitivity in some people.
