Tagetes is an annual herb up to 60 cm high with soft, oval, pale leaves and bright orange daisy-like flowers. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation from the fresh flowering herb and also an absolute (and concrete) by solvent extraction from the flowering herb. Tagetes is native to South America and Mexico, but now grows wild in Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America. The oil is produced mainly in South Africa, France, Argentina and Egypt. - Properties - cleanser, muscular contraction reliever, bactericidal, carminative, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, stomachic. - Uses - It can be used to help support skin complaints, menstrual irregularities, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, conjunctivitis, and poor eyesight. The absolute and oil are employed to a limited extent in herbaceous and floral perfumes. It can also be used for flavoring tobacco and in most major food categories, including soft drinks. In China the flowers may be used for whooping c - Essential Oils by Bianca Rosa are 100% Pure Natural Essences derived from the highest quality fruits, flowers, leaves, spices, herbs and roots. Our essential oil distifiers and growers are located around the world, operating ethically, organically and chemical-free. - Bianca Rosa Essential Oils Are Not Tested On Animals. - All pure essential oils should be used with care. Do not apply directly onto skin. A 2% dilution of essential oils to a base of carrier oil or lotion is can be used for all skincare and preparations. - A natural ingredient named "tagetone" in this oil may possibly be harmful to humans. There are some reported cases of skin irritations with the tagetes species. Use with care and in moderation. Tagetes Oil should NEVER be put directly on the skin. It should always be mixed with another oil. Serious