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Terpene ketones

Terpene ketones

Terpene ketones are recognized for having the following properties:

  • Myorelaxant
  • Mucolytic
  • Lipolytic
  • Cholagogue and choleric
  • Healing
  • Declogging
  • Antiparasitic
  • Antiviral

At low doses, terpene ketones are sympathicotonic and stimulate the central nervous system.

At high doses, terpene ketones are neurotoxic and narcotic.

At high doses or repeated doses, molecules of this family are considered neurotoxic and abortifacient.

Terpene ketones are molecules present in the following essential oils:

  • Everlasting sandy (Helichrysum italicum)
  • Geranium bourbon (Pelargonium graveolens)
  • Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)
  • Lavandin grosso (Lavandula × intermedia clone Grosso)
  • Lavandin super (Lavandula × intermedia clone Super)
  • Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus globulus)
  • Rosemary cineol (Rosmarinus officinalis)
  • Rosemary camphor (Rosmarinus officinalis)
  • Rosemary verbenon (Rosmarinus officinalis)
  • Blue Tansy (Tanacetum annuum)
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Essential oils are natural aromatic substances extracted from plants. They are often used in aromatherapy for their health and wellness benefits. Essential oils can be extracted from different parts of plants, such as leaves, flowers, barks, roots or seeds. The use of essential oils dates back to ancient times, where they were used for their medicinal properties and to perfume cosmetics and skincare products.

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