Escentia Catnip Pure Essential Oil

Escentia Catnip Pure Essential Oil is a concentrated essential oil steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of Nepeta cataria . It is used in aromatherapy and blending where a more distinctive botanical oil is wanted, especially in diffuser-style use and diluted external applications. Despite the familiar name, this is not the same as dried catnip herb or a gentle floral water.

Sourced from South Africa, it is a pure essential oil and should be handled with care. Why we love it: Catnip essential oil is a more unusual addition to the essential oil shelf, which makes it especially interesting for experienced blenders looking beyond the usual favourites. It brings a distinctive botanical character and works well for those who enjoy exploring less common plant oils in aromatic blends.

Key Properties Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria Country Of Origin: South Africa Form: Liquid essential oil Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of the plant What It's Used For Adding a distinctive botanical note to aromatherapy blends Using in diffuser-style room fragrancing Blending into diluted external-use oil preparations Including in outdoor blend concepts where a herbaceous profile is wanted Creating more unusual essential oil combinations for experienced users Who It's For This Product Is For: Essential oil users who enjoy less common botanical oils Makers creating custom aromatherapy blends Experienced blenders looking for a pure single-plant essential oil Those interested in South African essential oils This Product Is Not For: Direct neat application to the skin Internal use Anyone looking for a hydrosol or ready-to-use spray Casual use without proper dilution and care How To Use As a Room Fragrancer: Add a small amount to a suitable diffuser or room fragrancing setup.

As a Blend Ingredient: Combine sparingly with other essential oils in custom aromatic blends. As a Massage Blend Ingredient: Dilute carefully into a suitable carrier oil before external use. Blending Tip: Start low, this is a concentrated essential oil and only a small amount is usually needed. Compare Carefully: If you want a gentler, water-based option, choose a hydrosol rather than an essential oil.

Safety Instructions For external use only. Do not ingest. Always dilute before skin application. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store away from direct sunlight and heat. Patch test a diluted blend before wider use. FAQs Q: Is this the same as catnip hydrosol?

A: No. This is a concentrated essential oil, while a hydrosol is a much gentler water-based distillate. Q: Can I apply this oil directly to the skin? A: No. This is a pure essential oil and should always be diluted appropriately before external skin use.