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Ammi Visnaga.
An aromatherapist's oil rather than a perfumer's: steam-distilled from wildcrafted khella seeds in Morocco, difficult in aroma, best softened with lemony litsea, and handled with real care.
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About this product
Not every bottle in the cabinet is there for its perfume. Ammi visnaga, also called khella, is one of the serious ones: an oil kept by people who know exactly why they want it, and who are prepared to handle it with respect.
It is steam-distilled in Morocco from the seeds of the wildcrafted khella plant. Be warned, and fairly: its aroma is unpleasant, and no one buys this oil for the pleasure of smelling it. The good news is in the blending. Paired with the lemony scent of litsea cubeba (may chang), it becomes a far pleasanter blend than you would guess, and it also sits well with lemongrass, melissa, lemon and grapefruit.
This is not an essential oil to be used lightly. It is a strong photosensitizer, and it should be avoided if you take blood-thinning medication. At low, normal doses it appears nontoxic, but in large doses and with prolonged regular use it can be toxic to the liver.
Details
- Botanical name: Ammi visnaga (khella)
- Origin: Morocco; wildcrafted
- Method: steam-distilled from the seeds
- Blends with: litsea cubeba, lemongrass, melissa, lemon, grapefruit
How to use
Use it sparingly and always diluted, softened with litsea or another bright citrus note. Avoid sun on skin where it has been applied, and do not use it if you take blood thinners. Any essential oil can trigger an asthma attack, so take care if you have asthma. Keep out of reach of children. An honest oil for an experienced hand.
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