St. John's Wort Oil

🌿 St. John’s Wort Macerated Oil in Olive Oil – Hypericum perforatum

"The sun that ripens St. John’s Wort flowers turns into an oil that repairs, soothes and nurtures both skin and mood."

Known as St. John’s Wort Oil, this macerated oil is obtained by infusing fresh Hypericum perforatum flowers in olive oil. Used for centuries in natural medicine, it is rich in hypericin and flavonoids, giving it soothing, anti-inflammatory and skin-repairing properties. It is widely valued for skincare, therapeutic massage, and emotional well-being support.

✨ Main Properties

• 🔥 Anti-inflammatory & analgesic: Relieves muscle and joint pain, neuralgia and rheumatism.
• 💆 Soothing & skin-repairing: Ideal for sunburns, scars, minor wounds and irritated skin.
• 🧘 Nervous system support: Helps calm stress, anxiety and mild mood imbalances.
• 🌿 Traditional remedy: A classic ally for both physical and emotional care.

🌿 Cosmetic & Therapeutic Uses

• Skin: Sunburns, irritation, minor cuts, scars.
• Muscles & joints: Massage oil for tension and pain relief.
• Emotional balance: Relaxing massage that promotes calm and well-being.

🛠️ DIY Recipes

1. Soothing Lotion for Sunburns

• 2 tbsp St. John’s Wort Oil
• 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel
• 5 drops Lavender
• 3 drops Chamomile

Instructions: Mix in a dark bottle and apply generously to affected skin. 👉 Soothes, calms and promotes regeneration.

2. Back Pain Massage Oil

• 3 tbsp St. John’s Wort Oil
• 1 tbsp Arnica Oil
• 10 drops Rosemary
• 5 drops Peppermint

Instructions: Massage gently on back and joints. 👉 Relieves tension and inflammation.

3. Relaxing Oil for Stress & Anxiety

• 2 tbsp St. John’s Wort Oil
• 1 tbsp Sweet Almond Oil
• 5 drops Lavender
• 3 drops Frankincense

Instructions: Apply on wrists, temples or chest before bedtime. 👉 Encourages relaxation and emotional balance.

📖 Expert Note

“St. John’s Wort oil is a versatile natural remedy: it soothes sun-damaged skin, eases muscle pain and brings emotional calm. A must-have in every natural home care kit.”
– Luís Rodero, Aromatherapist

🧾 Identification

• Botanical name: Hypericum perforatum
• Family: Hypericaceae
• Origin: Europe
• Extraction method: Maceration of fresh flowers in virgin olive oil
• Part used: Flowers
• INCI: Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract

⚠️ Safety

• Photosensitivity: Do not apply before or during sun exposure.
• Use preferably at night or on non-exposed areas.
• Topical use: Suitable.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Patch test recommended.

📦 Storage

Store in a cool place, protected from light and humidity, to preserve its properties.

ℹ️ Important

Information provided by Essenciales is educational and does not replace medical advice. St. John’s Wort may interact with certain medications if taken internally; ingestion should always be supervised by a healthcare professional. Topical use is safe when diluted appropriately and avoiding sun exposure.

Never ignore professional medical advice.