Tarragon Essential Oil Information Page
🌿 Tarragon Essential Oil Information
Artemisia dracunculus – Tarragon Essential Oil
100% pure and natural whole essential oil
Product Identification
| Property |
Details |
| INCI Name |
Artemisia dracunculus (Tarragon) oil |
| CAS Number |
8016-88-4 |
| SKU Code |
PEO1155 |
| Extraction Method |
Steam distillation |
| Parts Used |
Leaves |
| Origin |
France |
| Common Names |
Estragon, Dragon herb |
| Appearance |
Pale yellow to green liquid |
| Odour Note |
Middle note; sweet, anise-like, herbal, slightly spicy |
| Quality |
100% pure and natural whole essential oil |
| Storage |
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, dark place |
Key Benefits & Uses
| Category |
Details |
| Muscle & Joint |
Antispasmodic; relieves soft muscle cramps, contractures, PMS and period pain. |
| Digestion |
Carminative; eases bloating, dyspepsia, colitis, hiccups, motion sickness nausea. |
| Allergies & Respiratory |
Anti-allergic; supports hay fever, allergic asthma relief. |
| Emotional |
Uplifting; eases nervous tics, stress discomfort. |
| Perfumery |
Middle note; fresh herbal with anise nuance. |
| Culinary |
Intensely aromatic; for aromatising oils, sauces, syrups (trace only). |
How to Use Tarragon Essential Oil
| Application |
Effectiveness |
Method & Dilution |
| Massage/Body Care |
+++ |
1–6 drops/10ml carrier (0.5–2%). For PMS pain, start 2–3 days before period; massage in with heat packs. |
| Bath |
++ |
10–15 drops in 20ml glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts. |
| Diffusion |
+++ |
Ultrasonic diffuser 10 min, 3x/day. |
| Inhalation |
+++ |
On tissue neat or diluted on wrists. |
| Cooking |
+++ |
Dip tip of toothpick in oil for sauces; or dilute 1 drop in 4 Tbsp oil/butter. |
| Perfumery |
+++ |
Combines with herbal, citrus, and spice oils. |
Popular Blending Companions
| Family |
Oils |
| Herbal |
Basil, Clary Sage, Marjoram |
| Floral |
Roman Chamomile |
| Citrus |
Lemon, Bergamot |
| Spice |
Cardamom |
| Woody |
Cedarwood, Vetiver |
| Others |
Rosewood, Black Pepper |
Example Blends
| Recipe |
Ingredients |
| Relax Diffuser Blend |
2 drops Tarragon, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Lemon |
| Soothing PMS Massage |
2 drops Tarragon, 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Chamomile in 2 Tbsp carrier oil |
| Refreshing Bath |
1 cup Epsom salts, 2 drops Tarragon, 3 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Lavender |
| Culinary Oil |
1 cup olive oil + 1 drop Tarragon oil, rest overnight |
Safety & Precautions
| Caution |
Details |
| Undiluted Use |
Avoid – always dilute before applying |
| Oral Use |
Only if food-grade & professionally advised |
| Patch Test |
Follow safety guide |
| Medical Conditions |
Seek advice with anticoagulant treatment |
| Pregnancy & Nursing |
Consult healthcare provider |
