Cumin seed oil Essential Oil
Botanical name:
Cuminum Cyminum
Country of Origin:
IRAN
Part Used:
Seeds
Method of Extraction:
Steam Distilled
Medicinal Use:
The therapeutic properties of cumin oil are antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, antitoxic, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, stimulant and tonic.
Specific Safety information:
Cumin has an overpowering smell and should be used very sparingly, yet it is considered non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. It does have photo-toxic qualities, so should not be used when the skin will be exposed to sunlight.