Ho Leaf plant also known as Chinese Rosewood, Ho-Sho, Formosan Camphor is native to China, Japan and Formosa. The leaves and twigs are used for steam distillation in order to extract essential oils. The result is a colorless to pale yellow liquid possessing characteristic, sweet, pleasant, floral and woody scent. The aroma of this essential oil is like camphor. The chemical constituents such as Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Citral and Pinene are found in Ho Leaf essential oil. It is helpful for treating flu, chills, colds and coughs. It acts as a tonic and provides relief from fatigue.

Health Benefits of Ho Leaf Essential Oil

• It provides relief from fatigue, balance emotions and soothe mind.
• It is helpful for oily skin, acne, dry skin and sensitive skin.
• It helps to treat flu, chills, colds and coughs.
• It lowers pains and headaches.
• It is used to treat cellulite, eczema, wrinkles, scars and other skin problems.
• It effectively treats stress, shingles, depression, anxiety, pain and loss of libido.
• It helps to regenerate the tissue of skin.
• It promotes sleep and calms down the nerves.

Precautions                                                                                                 

• Pregnant women should avoid it.
• Not to be used undiluted.
• A patch test is preferred before use.
• It should not be used in mucous membranes and eyes.
• Use it under the supervision of health practitioner.
• People with sensitive skin might get skin irritation.
• Allergic people should not use it.

Other Facts        

It blends well with Lime, Clementine, Lemon, Orange, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Germanium, Lavender, Bergamot, Neroli, Cinnamon and Petitgrain.

Ho Leaf Essential oil Facts

The essential oil of Ho leaf is derived from leaves and twigs of the plant. It is a perfect substitute for Rosewood essential oil. It is used to calm mind, uplift emotions and nourish skin.

References:

https://www.baseformula.com/ho-leaf-linalol-essential-oil

http://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/ravintsara-oil.asp

http://www.naturallythinking.com/aromatherapy/essential-oils/ho-leaf-essential-oil.html

http://www.purenature.co.nz/shop/Essential+Oils/Therapeutic+Grade+Essential+Oils/Ho+Leaf+Essential+Oil-2%3Fsku=abpEOHOL.html

https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/ho-wood-essential-oil/profile

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