Other Names : Pimenta racemosa, Bay Rum, Bay St. Thomas, Myrcia acris, myrcia, Wild cinnamon, Bayberry
Special precautions of Bay Leaf
- Moderately toxic due to high Eugenol content.
- Mucous membrane irritant
- Tisserand and Young indicate that Bay Oil may inhibit blood clotting.
- They recommend a dermal maximum of 0.9% as there is a slight risk of sensitization when using Bay Oil.
Health benefits and uses of Bay Leaf
- Dandruff
- Hair care
- Neuralgia
- Oily skin
- Poor circulation
- Sprains
- Strains