EU_Declaration_91073.pdf
Botanical Name: Narcissus poeticus Common name: Poet's na Read More
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Botanical Name: |
Narcissus poeticus |
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Common name: |
Poet's narcissus, Nargis |
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Plant family: |
Amaryllidaceae |
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Genus: |
Narcissus |
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Appearance/Color: |
Dark greenish and brownish oily liquid |
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Odor: |
Sweet and intense floral aroma |
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Blends With: |
Rose, Ylang, Jasmine, Vanilla, Vetiver, Lemon, Bergamot and Grapefruit |
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Origin: |
France |
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Source: |
Flowers |
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam Distillation |
Absolute oils are the essential oils which are highly concentrated and have high potency. These Concentrated absolute oils have high aromatic properties thus they are majorly preferred in cosmetics, perfumery, and aromatherapy. During the postproduction processes these oils are further concentrated to make their absolute.
Narcissus, (genus Narcissus), genus of about 40 species of bulbous, often fragrant, plants in the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae). The genus is native primarily to Europe and includes a number of garden ornamentals such as daffodil (or trumpet narcissus, Narcissus pseudonarcissus), jonquil (N. jonquilla), and poet’s narcissus (N. poeticus). The bulbs of Narcissus species, which are poisonous, were once used in medicines as an emetic and cathartic.
Indeed, powerful anticancer properties of Narcissus poeticus L. were already known to the Father of Medicine, Hippokrates of Kos (ca. B.C. 460–370), who recommended a pessary prepared from narcissus oil for the treatment of uterine tumors. His successors, the ancient Greek physicians Pedanius Dioscorides (ca. A.D. 40–90) and Soranus of Ephesus (A.D. 98–138) continued using this therapy in the first and second centuries A.D.
Plants, belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, are herbaceous perennials that grow from bulbs. The family consists of about sixty genera, whose eight hundred species are widely distributed in several countries in the world. They are also cultivated as ornamental plants for their beautiful flowers and for the production of volatile oil. Amaryllidaceae plants are extensively used in traditional medicine in different countries and their pharmacological effects are frequently associated with several typical alkaloids they synthesize. The therapeutic action of a range of wild plants, although not scientifically proven, has been discovered by indigenous people over centuries. Developing countries are often subject to shortages of funds, medical facilities and newly developed medicine, which make them more dependent on their natural sources. Among these, various African, Asian and Polynesia communities still use traditional remedies for primary health care.
COMMON USAGE
· It has used in cosmetics as additive to powders, soaps & lipsticks. This oil as an aphrodisiac and a cure for baldness, Used in high-class perfumery. The soothing and stimulating effect of Narcissus Absolute Oil reduces spasms of digestive, respiratory and nervous systems.
Ingredients:
L. cinnamy alcohol, methyl isoeugenol, isoeugenol, methyl eugenol, ?-terpinol, and phenyl propyl alcohol hexane.
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Organ-specific effects: no data available
Systemic effects
· Acute toxicity: No data available.
· Skin corrosion/irritation: May be irritating to skin.
· Serious eye damage/irritation: May be irritating to eyes. Prompt rinsing and removal of the substance will avoid damage.
· Respiratory sensitization: Breathing high concentrations of vapor may cause anesthetic effects.
· Germ cell mutagenicity: Not specified.
· Carcinogenicity:
IARH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
· Reproductive toxicity: Not specified
· STOT-single exposure: Not specified
· STOT-related exposure: Not specified
· Aspiration hazard: Not specified
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
· Aquatic Toxicity: toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
· Bioaccumulation: unlikely
· Mobility in soil: No data available
· Persistence and degradability: biodegradation expected
· PBT and vPvB assessment: No data available
· Other adverse effects: Do not allow it to enter into water systems and marine environment.
