Butterbur

About Our Butterbur Essential Oil

Butterbur - Petasites hybridus - has a long history of traditional uses in European, especially Austrian herbalism. The results of its traditional applications were convincing enough to warrant scientific investigations which basically confirmed the traditional lore.

The oil is distilled from the roots and represents a new addition to the aromatherapy arsenal for those two common and often debilitation conditions.

Migraines 

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15623680

Asthma

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15005644

As the above references report about Petasites extracts it is important to remember that the composition of the essential oil might be different from the composition of the extract. However, most research focuses on the component Petasin, an ester of the sesquiterpene alcohol petasol with Angelic acid. According to "l'aromatherapie exactement" Butterbur is a more powerful antispasmodic than the pharmacological standard Papaverine.

Aromatics Notes

Butterbur oil has a spicy, warm, musky and woody/moss notes

Directions For Use

Topical use: apply topically diluted in a carrier oil or undiluted.  

Benefits of our Butterbur Oil: migraines, asthma, stress and anxiety syndromes

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product does not intend to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any medications, please consult with a qualified health professional before beginning any new herbal products.