Primary Benefits
- Spikenard essential oil provides a tranquil, uplifting aroma.
- Spikenard oil creates a grounded atmosphere.
- Spikenard essential oil cleanses the skin.
dōTERRA[doh-teh-ruh]
Origin: a Latin derivative
meaning "Gift of the Earth."
Spikenard Essential Oil is steam-distilled from the roots of a flowering plant that’s native to the subalpine and alpine regions of the Himalayan mountains. Spikenard was traditionally used to anoint people of high honor and support Indian Ayurvedic health practices. Today, its woody, musty aroma is a popular addition to perfumes and massage blends.
Spikenard oil promotes clean, healthy skin. By sourcing Spikenard essential oil from Nepal, doTERRA provides much-needed income to harvesters and partner distillers in remote areas, as well as rural community development projects through Co-Impact Sourcing® initiatives.
Spikenard Essential Oil is steam-distilled from the roots of a flowering plant that’s native to the subalpine and alpine regions of the Himalayan mountains. Spikenard was traditionally used to anoint people of high honor and support Indian Ayurvedic health practices. Today, its woody, musty aroma is a popular addition to perfumes and massage blends.
Spikenard oil promotes clean, healthy skin. By sourcing Spikenard essential oil from Nepal, doTERRA provides much-needed income to harvesters and partner distillers in remote areas, as well as rural community development projects through Co-Impact Sourcing® initiatives.
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Where Does Spikenard Essential Oil Come From?
Discover how doTERRA sources Spikenard essential oil in Nepal, where the spikenard plant thrives.
Aromatic use: Place three to four drops of Spikenard essential oil in the diffuser of your choice.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops of Spikenard oil to the desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
See additional precautions below.
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you’re pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, face, and sensitive areas.
Aromatic use: Place three to four drops of Spikenard essential oil in the diffuser of your choice.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops of Spikenard oil to the desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
See additional precautions below.
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you’re pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, face, and sensitive areas.
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