Tagetes Oil
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Oil of tagetes is thought to have a positive effect on skin infections and small weeping wounds. Tagetes boosts the respiratory system by dilating the bronchi and facilitating decongestion, thereby assisting in cases of cold and flu. Both the plant and oil are used for pest control and as an insect repellant, and the herb is also used to treat hemorrhoids.Strongly aromatic, this deep orange tagetes marigold oil has a heady floral bouquet with citrus-like fruit notes and bitter undertones. Often confused with calendula oil, tagetes essential oil is used therapeutically as an anti-fungal agent and for respiratory support. This wild and fresh organic oil is steam-distilled in India.How to Use Tagetes Essential Oil : Tagetes may be applied topically but only in very low dilutions. It can be also be used in the bath, through direct inhalation, or diffuser. Soak the feet in a hot foot bath combined with several drops of tagetes oil to soften calluses and to treat bunions and corns. Add one drop tagetes oil to bathwater to soothe symptoms of cold and flu. Use several drops tagetes oil in vapor therapy to relieve coughing spasms, and dilate bronchial passages. Diffuse tagetes oil to soothe all manner of respiratory complaints, including chest infections.