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Essential oil
Milfoil Blue essential oil
Achillea millefoliumEssential oilBulk supplyHalal
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Colour
- Blue
- Odour
- Spicy, with camphor note
Physico-chemical properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Relative density (g/cm³) | from 0.890 to 0.937 |
| Refractive index (20°C) | from 1.4700 to 1.4790 |
| Acid value (mg KOH/g) | not more than 10.0 |
| Ester value (mg KOH/g) | more than 20 |
| Ester value after acetylation (mg KOH/g) | from 80 to 150 |
| Content of bound alcohols (as cineole), % | from 4.6 to 15.9 |
| Content of free alcohols (as cineole), % | from 16.00 to 25.23 |
Content of characteristic ingredients (by GC), %
| Ingredient | Content, % |
|---|---|
| Chamazulene | from 6 to 36 |
| Borneol | from 2.0 to 15.0 |
| Pinenes | not more than 20 |
Therapeutic properties
The milfoil essential oil contains azulenes, which contribute to its blue color and anti-inflammatory properties. Its main application is in healing open wounds and ulcers. It is recommended to be used in long-lasting diseases, eczema, and allergic skin reactions, and it is suitable for oily skin types and acne.
Information as published in the Alta Oils product catalogue. It is not medical advice.