Muguet Absolute

Also known as Lilly of the Valley, Muguet is the French name for ConvallariaMajalis a delicate white flower especially found in the forested hilltops of Asia and Europe. It prefers cool temperatures and it is known to be extremely poisonous. It belongs to the Asparagaceae family spreading through rhizomes. It can reach up to 30 cm in height and has 2-3 green leaves around the little delicate bells-shaped flowers that can be 6-8 in number.

Oil

The oil is created from a mixture of lilac and fresh rose is the closest option to attain the same fragrance as the one delivered by the actual flower. Even if the Muguet oil is not extracted directly from the plant of the Lilly of the Valley the fragrance and the sensual freshness of its scent is delivered through this clear, fresh and garden-green lemony oil.

Extraction

This absolute is obtained through steam distillation process as well as solvent extraction combining the particularities of the elements that are used to create it. Consideration should be granted when purchasing this absolute as Muguet Absolute is the created version of the Lily of the Valley oil which is extremely difficult to obtain from the plant.

Chemical composition

Benzyl alcohol, butyl alpha methyl hydrocinnamic aldehyde andfarnesol are only some of the main foundations that build up the well-known aroma of this absolute.

USES

This oil is indicated for intestinal parasites. It is renowned to be useful for inflammations, skin conditions and preventing bacterial degradation.

It was called "dream pillow" as it was used to cast away nightmares and thought to be useful to dream about the future. However, it is a fact that too many drops of this substance could cause nightmares instead of casting them away and it even could get people sick.