Yarrow Essential Oil

Yarrow Essential Oil is produced by steam distillation of the flowering aerial parts of Achillea millefolium. It has a strong herbaceous aroma with sweet, camphoraceous, earthy, and softly medicinal notes and is generally considered a middle note in aromatic formulations.

Four Primary Constituents and Typical Ranges

• Chamazulene: approximately 5–20%
• Sabinene: approximately 5–20%
• β-Pinene: approximately 3–12%
• Camphor: approximately 2–10%

These are representative natural ranges rather than guaranteed batch values. Composition varies with plant variety or chemotype, growing region, harvest, processing, distillation, storage, and the individual production batch.

Common Uses and Aromatic Properties

This essential oil is commonly used in skin-comfort preparations, post-activity massage, mature-skin products, grounding blends, and herbaceous perfumery. In aromatherapy, it is traditionally valued for skin-soothing, astringent, calming, antioxidant, and comfort-supporting properties. These descriptions refer to customary aromatic and cosmetic use and are not claims that the oil diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents disease.

Adult Dilution and Use

Use at 0.5–2% for adult topical preparations, equal to approximately 1–4 drops in 10 mL of carrier. Drop measurements are approximate because drop size varies by oil and dispenser. Begin with the lowest effective dilution and perform a patch test before broader use.

Use With Children

Not recommended for children under 6. For ages 6–12, use approximately 0.25–0.5%, equal to 1 drop in 10–20 mL. Do not use essential oils routinely with children under age 2 unless directed by a pediatric healthcare professional or qualified clinical aromatherapist. Never place essential oils in or near a child's eyes, nose, mouth, ears, or hands.

Safety Precautions

The blue-green oil may stain fabric. Avoid if allergic to ragweed or other Asteraceae-family plants, and use caution during pregnancy, nursing, or with seizure disorders. For external and aromatic use only. Do not ingest unless specifically directed by a properly qualified healthcare professional. Avoid the eyes and mucous membranes, keep out of reach of children, and discontinue use if irritation or breathing discomfort occurs.