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Jasmine Incense

The Chinese, Arabians and Indians used Jasmine medicinally, as an aphrodisiac and for ceremonial purposes. The root is used in China to treat headaches, insomnia, and pain from joints and bones. It is also reported to have anesthetic properties and several Jasminium species have been used in cancer therapies.

It is used in aromatherapy to treat depression and nerve conditions, and as a massage oil for cramps. Aroma therapists find the Jasmine flower an antidepressant and relaxing herb which is said to help with dry or sensitive skin and tiredness. In vapor therapy Jasmine oil can be useful for addiction, depression, nervousness, coughs, relaxation and tension.  Jasmine has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years. At the time of Lord Buddha, its oil was used for anointing kings. It has a cooling and soothing effect.

Jasmine incense is used to balance male and female hormones, as a brain stimulant, for calming, restoring balance and confidence, soothes headaches, insomnia and psychosomatic problems, promotes feelings of optimism and increases receptivity.

Jasmine sambac, sampaguita, is the national flower of Phillipines. It is a symbol of purity, simplicity, humility and strength. Its blossom is celebrated in Philippine legends, stories and songs. In the Philippines, the sampaguita also has a number of names: sambac, sampagung, campopot, lumabi, kulatai, pongso, malur and manul.