Difference between revisions of "Linalool"

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Linalool is a very fragrant component of various herbs such as lavender, mint and coriander

can be a potent skin irritant, causing contact dermatitits in some sensitive individuals.
Linalool gradually breaks down when in contact with oxygen, forming an oxidized by-product that may cause allergic reactions such as eczema in susceptible individuals. Ways to minimize exposure include not buying large bottles of perfumed hygiene products, and replacing the lid after each use.
See warnings about Aromatherapy

Stress : Linalool has been the subject of numerous studies investigating its anxiolytic (anti-stress) effects. Inhalation of Linalool, extracted from natural essential oils, leads to decreased aggressive behavior, lessens stress response (see Lavender: Nature's Anxiolytic), and improves sleep.
Liver Cancer : In a recent study Linalool is found to decreases Liver Cancer cell viability.

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-Much research has been published on the anti-tumorial & anti-cancer effects of essential oils. The research seems to have focused on a few oils with long histories of medicinal use: Frankincense, Myrrh and Lemongrass are examples.
+Linalool is a very fragrant component of various herbs such as lavender, mint and coriander
 ==Special Precautions of Linalool==
+* can be a potent skin irritant, causing contact dermatitits in some sensitive individuals.
 * Linalool gradually breaks down when in contact with oxygen, forming an oxidized by-product that may cause allergic reactions such as eczema in susceptible individuals. Ways to minimize exposure include not buying large bottles of perfumed hygiene products, and replacing the lid after each use.
 * See warnings about [[Aromatherapy]]