Catnip Oil - Nepeta cataria
Nepeta cataria · Lamiaceae · Botanical profile
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Specifications
- Botanical name
- Nepeta cataria · profile
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Common names
- Catnip, Catswort, Catwort, Cat Mint, Cat-Mint, Catmint
- Synonyms
- Nepeta americana, Nepeta bodinieri, Nepeta ceretana, Nepeta citriodora, Nepeta laurentii, Nepeta macrura
- Plant part
- Leaf, Flower
- Form
- Essential oil
- Solubility
- Oil-soluble
- INCI
- Nepeta Cataria Oil
- CAS
- 84929-35-1
- EC
- 284-520-5
- CosIng ID
- 82435
- INCI status
- Verified in CosIng
- Applications
- Skincare
- Country of origin
- India
- SKU
- 60770-OIL-NECAT-500G
- Documents
- TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.
Product details
Catnip essential oil, also called cat mint oil is steam distilled of the leaves and flowers of the plant known botanically as Nepeta cataria
Known as : Catnip, Nepeta Cataria, catswort, catwort, and catmint
Botanical name : Nepeta Cataria
Product : Catnip essential oil
Product form : Essential Oil
Extraction Method : Steam Distillation
Part Used : Leaf and Flower
Active component in Nepeta cataria oil : nepetalactone (the primary active compound), citronellol, geraniol, limonene, beta-caryophyllene, citral, linalool, and pinene.
Phyto Properties : sedative, insect-repellent, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties
Color : Pale Yellow/Pale Green
Solubility : insoluble in water and soluble in Alcohol & Oils
| Aroma |
Herbaceous, Earthy, Minty, Slightly Woody
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| Notes | Middle to Top |
| Blends With |
Lavender, Lemon, Geranium, Cedarwood, Patchouli
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| Similar To |
Lemongrass (due to insect-repellent properties), Melissa
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| Uses |
Stress relief, Anxiety reduction, Sleep aid, Natural insect repellent, Anti-inflammatory balm
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HOME APPLICATION
- Insect Repellent: Mix 10-15 drops with 2 tbsp carrier oil and apply to skin or use in a water spray bottle.
- Aromatherapy: Add 4-6 drops to a diffuser for relaxation.
- Stress-Relief Bath: Mix 5 drops with 1 tbsp carrier oil, add to warm bath water, and soak.
- Sleep Aid: Dilute 2-3 drops with water or vodka in a spray bottle and mist on pillows.
- For Cats: Dilute 1 drop in 1 tbsp carrier oil; apply sparingly to toys or bedding.
- Cleaning: Add 5-10 drops to a spray bottle with 1 cup vinegar and 1 cup water.
Product is Vegetarian
Country of Origin: India
Storage : Store in cool and dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Nepeta cataria in other forms
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