Jasmine
Profile
| Latin Name | Jasminum officinale/ Jasminum grandiflorum |
| Chinese Name | Mu Li Hua |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Note | Base |
| Aroma | <Strong> Floral |
| Color | Dark Brown |
| Parts Distilled | Flowers (absolute) |
| Regions | China, Philippines, France, Italy, India, Turkey, North Africa |
| Taste | Sweet Nature: Cooling |
| Affinity | LR/KI |
| Major Chemical Constituents | Methyl anthranilate, benzyl alcohol & acetate |
| Skin Type | Dry, Mature |
| Dosage | 4% dilution |
Also produced as an absolute (see About Absolutes).
TCM Categories
Functions
- Clear Liver fire and empty fire in the Lower Heater
- Nourish Kidney yin
- Promote childbirth (trauma during prolonged labor)
Indications
Topical Applications
- Add to cosmetic blends for its aroma and calming effects.
Specific Protocols
- 6% dilution of Jasmine (40%), Geranium (30%), and Orange (30%) for Ren Mai or Deficient Kidney Yin.
- 6% dilution of Jasmine (40%), Ylang Ylang (30%), and Sage (30%) for Empty Fire.
- Apply on KI-6 to open Yin Qiao Mai.
Actions
- Anti-depressant
- Uterine tonic stimulant
- Emmenagogue (a substance that stimulates or increases menstrual flow)
- Galactagogue (an agent that promotes the secretion and flow of milk)
- Narcotic
Contraindications & Cautions
- Cold slightly empty yang
Notes
- Affinity for the Yin Qiao Mai and Yang Qiao Mai
- For resistance to change, can cause quick change
- Can cause uterine bleeding
- Strong oil; can be narcotic and addictive (as can neroli and ylang ylang)
- For someone who is self-destructive in private
- For someone who has difficulty sharing
- For someone who cannot reflect on who they are; helps them receive themselves
- For someone who tends to be obsessive
- Removes fire so you can see clearly, especially LR fire obstructing the eyes: how you see yourself and the world
Additional Comments
- Jasmine absolute is most often adulterated due to its cost.