Laurel Essential Oil

An essential oil distilled from the leaves of laurel (Laurus nobilis), commonly known as bay leaf.

Distilled laurel oil produces a distinctive herbaceous aroma with camphorous freshness and light fruity undertones. The scent reflects the character of dried bay leaves, with a clearer and more lifted profile when distilled.

• 100% pure essential oil
• Distilled from laurel leaves
• Herbaceous, camphorous, and slightly fruity aroma
• Suitable for aromatherapy, perfumery, and formulation
• Undiluted and free from synthetic fragrance

Aroma Profile

Laurel essential oil has a fresh, green aroma with a camphorous lift.

Typical aromatic notes include:

• herbaceous green leaf
• camphorous freshness
• light spice and warmth
• slightly fruity undertone

The aroma is both fresh and structured, making it useful in blends that require clarity and lift.

Common Uses

Laurel essential oil can be used in a variety of aromatic and formulation applications.

Aromatherapy

• freshening indoor environments
• herbal and camphorous blends
• balancing heavier or resinous oils

Perfumery

• green and herbal note in natural perfumes
• adding lift to woody or spice compositions
• supporting aromatic accords

Formulation

• soaps and liquid cleansers
• candles and room fragrances
• botanical personal care products

As with most essential oils, topical use should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Botanical Origin

Laurel (Laurus nobilis) is an evergreen tree whose leaves are widely used as a culinary spice known as bay leaf.

The dried leaves contain aromatic compounds that produce the characteristic herbal scent. When distilled, these leaves yield an essential oil that captures a fresher and more volatile expression of the plant.

Leaves used for this oil are sourced from locally grown bay leaf plants, with supply depending on availability.

Extraction

This oil is obtained through distillation of laurel leaves.

During distillation, heat releases volatile aromatic compounds present in the leaves. These vapors condense after cooling to form essential oil.

Leaf-derived oils typically produce lighter, more volatile aromatic profiles compared to root or resin oils.

Composition

Laurel essential oil contains naturally occurring aromatic compounds including:

• 1,8-cineole
• α-pinene
• eugenol
• linalool

These compounds contribute to the oil’s herbaceous, camphorous, and slightly spicy aroma.

Natural variation in composition may occur depending on leaf source and distillation conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as bay leaf used in cooking?
Yes. It comes from the same plant, Laurus nobilis, but in concentrated essential oil form.

Is the oil diluted?
No. The oil is undiluted and contains no carrier oils or synthetic fragrance.

Can this oil be applied directly to skin?
Essential oils should be diluted before topical use.

What is the recommended usage level?
For dermal applications, a maximum concentration of around 0.5% is generally observed.

Product Details

Botanical name: Laurus nobilis
Plant part: leaves
Extraction: distillation
Distilled in: Philippines
Aroma: herbaceous, camphorous, fresh, slightly fruity