Katrafay essential oil is a precious essential oil that has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. It is extracted from the leaves of the Cedrelopsis grevei tree, a plant native to Madagascar. Cedrelopsis grevei essential oil has a strong woody scent and is known for its analgesic, energizing, aphrodisiac and vasodilating properties. It is also used to treat rheumatism, osteoarthritis, muscular fatigue and backache.

Characteristics :
- Extraction method: Steam distillation
- Appearance: Mobile liquid
- Color: Colorless to pale yellow
- Odor: Characteristic, woody note
- Flash point: 45°C
- Density: 0.925 to 0.945
- Powers of rotation: -20° to 15°.
- Refractive index: 1.4900 to 1.5100

Properties and traditional uses :
- Analgesic
- Energizing
- Aphrodisiac
- Vasodilator
- Used for osteoarthritis, rheumatism, muscular fatigue and backache.

Main constituents:
- Ishwarane: 20 to 25%
- Beta Caryophyllene: 5-8
- Beta elemene: 1.5% to 12.5
- Alpha - Copaene: 5 to 8%

Products containing this EO :
- CPL algicalmarume: Muscle relaxant
- katrafay massage oil: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant
- katrafay balm: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant
- Eros masculine balm: Aphrodisiac
- Eros solute: Aphrodisiac
- Crème inflakalm: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory
- katrafay cream: Analgesic, toning, muscle relaxant
- Katrafay shower gel: Muscle relaxant
- Energizing shower gel : Fortifying, stimulating

Safety data :
Frequency of use: No data available
Maximum recommended daily amount for internal use: No data available
Maximum recommended daily amount for external use: No data available

Precautions for use :
- Allergies
- Not for use by pregnant or breast-feeding women
- Keep out of reach of children

Directions for use:
- For external use, dilute African basil essential oil in vegetable oil at a ratio of 1 drop of essential oil to 10 drops of vegetable oil. Apply the mixture to the desired area and massage gently.
- For internal use, consult a healthcare professional.

Warning:
- Do not use African basil essential oil orally without the advice of a health care professional.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Do not use on children under 6 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people with sensitivities or allergies.
- Keep out of reach of children.

Storage :
- Store Cedrelopsis grevei essential oil in a cool, dark place, away from light and heat.
- Use Cedrelopsis grevei essential oil within 12 months of opening.