LINALOOL
THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:
ANALGESIC: Pain relief
ANTIDEPRESSANT: Relieves symptoms of depression
ANTI-EPILEPTIC: Reduces seizures and convulsions
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY: Reduces inflammation
ANTIPSYCHOTIC: Reduces symptoms of psychosis
ANXIOLYTIC: Anxiety relief
SEDATIVE: Sleep aid
LINALOOL FACTS
Linalool is one of the most recognizable aromas of all the terpenes. Linalool is a very common terpene found naturally occurring in many flowers and spice plants. Hundreds of plant species produce linalool, but it’s best known for lavender and its distinctive flavor and aroma attributes. Linalool is found in mint laurels, cinnamon, rosewood and citrus fruits. It has even been found in some fungi.
Linalool is often used in aromatherapy as a sleep aid and has been utilized as a treatment for anxiety for thousands of years because it is a natural relaxant. It exhibits calming, sedative effects when inhaled. Coupled with lower aggression and higher social engagement makes it highly sought after. Linalool has been linked to a variety of health benefits including analgesic, anxiolytic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-tumor effects.
Linalool makes up a large portion of lavender essential oil, which has reported anti-agitation and antidepressant traits. Mostly due to its activity on the NMDA receptors.
Linalool is used as a scent in thousands of perfumed hygiene products and cleaning agents, like soaps, detergents, shampoos, and skin lotions. Linalool extract can be applied directly to the skin or inhaled. It is used by professionals as a flea, fly, cockroach insecticide and some mosquito-repellents.