Ravintsara 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 Ravintsara tree, native to Madagascar. Ravintsara essential oil has a strong camphorated scent and is known for its antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and antiparasitic properties. It is also used to treat respiratory problems, fatigue and infections.

Characteristics :
- Extraction method: Steam distillation
- Appearance: Liquid
- Color: Colorless to light yellow
- Odor: Fresh; cineole note
- Flash point: +43°C
- Density: 0.900 - 0.920
- Powers of rotation: -11 to - 22°.
- Refractive index: 1.460 - 1.468

Properties and traditional uses :
- Traditional uses :
- Respiratory ailments
- Flu-like conditions
- Muscular pain

Main constituents:
- 1,8-CINEOLE: 50 to 64.6
- SABINENE: 8.5 to 18
- α-TERPINEOL: 5 to 11
- α-PINENE: 3 to 10

Products containing this EO:
- Baume Ravintsara Antistress [6]  Antiviral [3] [4]
- Helichryse Balm Soothing [6]
- Baume Menthe au Ravintsara  Flu-like conditions [3] [4]
- Ravintsara Oil Calms muscle and joint pain [5]
- Relax Oil  Soothing and comforting [6]
- Respiratory inhaler stick Helps unblock the nose [7] [8]

Safety data:
- Adults: 1 to 3 drops of pure EO diluted in honey or oil. Use 2 to 3 times a day.
- Children over 06: 1 drop of pure EO diluted in honey or oil. Use 2 to 3 times a day.

Precautions for use :
- Allergens The following components are listed in the appendices to EC Directives N° 1223 / 2009 and EU Regulation 2015 / 1190: COMPONENT CAS INCI NAME EC Directives Relative percentage in EO Limonene 5989-27-5 LIMONENE The presence of the substance must be indicated when its concentration exceeds:
- 0.001% in leave-on products
- 0.01% in rinse-off products 0.04 Linalool 78-70-6 LINALOOL The presence of the substance must be indicated when its concentration is higher:
- 0.001% in leave-on products
- 0.01% in rinse-off products 0.04
- Pregnant women
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women should consult a health care professional before using Ravintsara essential oil.
- Children
- Children under 6 years of age should avoid using Ravintsara essential oil.
- Sensitive or allergic persons
- People who are sensitive or allergic to Ravintsara essential oil should avoid its use.
Instructions for use:
- For external use, dilute Ravintsara 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 take Ravintsara 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, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people with sensitivities or allergies.
- Keep out of reach of children.

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