# Laurus Nobilis Vitality essential oil

> Dietary-labeled bay laurel oil (Laurus nobilis), the same aromatic bay leaf flavor used in soups, stews, and braises, concentrated into an oil.

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Type: Vitality (dietary) oil

## At a glance

- **Botanical name:** Laurus nobilis
- **Plant part:** Leaves
- **Extraction:** Steam-distilled
- **Aroma:** Herbal, camphoraceous, slightly peppery
- **Origin:** Mediterranean
- **Blends with:** Thyme, rosemary, clove

## Key constituents

- **1,8-Cineole** (35-45%) — The dominant compound; gives bay laurel its characteristic camphoraceous, herbal flavor
- **Sabinene** (5-10%) — A woody-green monoterpene contributing to the peppery background note
- **Linalool** (3-8%) — Adds a soft floral undertone to the herbal profile

## How to use it

- **In the kitchen:** 1 drop in soups, stews, or braises in place of a dried bay leaf, per label.
- **In slow-cooked dishes:** 1 drop seasons a whole pot of sauce or braise — start small, per label.

## Safety

- Food-grade Vitality oil for internal use per label directions — start with 1 drop and keep out of reach of children.


_Educational reference only — not medical advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease._