Organic essential oil Katrafay Cedrelopsis grevei PRANAROM 10ml

What is Pranarom Organic Katafray Essential Oil used for?

Pranarom Katafray Essential Oil is a natural product based on essential oil extracted from the bark of the Katafray tree, native to Madagascar. This essential oil is recognized for its many therapeutic virtues, and is particularly appreciated for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Indeed, Katafray essential oil is traditionally used to relieve joint and muscle pain, as well as to reduce inflammation. It is also known for its beneficial effects on the skin, helping to heal wounds and reduce the appearance of scars.

This pharmaceutical-grade essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the tree's bark, ensuring maximum concentration of active ingredients. It can be used for massage, diffusion or inhalation, while observing all safety precautions.

Pranarom Katafray Essential Oil is a natural, environmentally-friendly product suitable for all skin types. It is packaged in an amber glass bottle to preserve its properties, and is available in several formats to suit all needs.

Traditionally renowned for its properties:

• Anti-inflammatory properties: Katafray essential oil is recognized for its anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce tissue and joint inflammation. It is therefore particularly useful for relieving joint and muscle pain, as well as treating skin inflammation.
• Analgesic properties: this essential oil is also known for its analgesic properties, which relieve pain by inhibiting pain transmission in the nervous system.
• Beneficial effects on the skin: Katafray essential oil is also used in cosmetics for its beneficial effects on the skin. In particular, it is renowned for its healing and regenerating properties, helping to heal wounds and reduce the appearance of scars.
• Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties: Katafray essential oil also has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, which help fight skin infections.
• Relaxing effects: this essential oil also has relaxing properties, which can help reduce stress and anxiety. It is therefore often used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation.

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How to use this essential oil

For massage, a few drops diluted in a vegetable oil for local application.

Cutaneous use: 2 to 4 drops CTEO + 3 drops hazelnut oil, applied locally.To sanitize the atmosphere during winter, diffuse a mixture of 1/3 eucalyptus globulus, 1/3 eucalyptus radiata and 1/3 eucalyptus menthol.

A few drops of Katrafay essential oil inAromalgic massage oil will reinforce its action.

All our organic essential oils are certified AB (Agriculture Biologique et Contrôle Certisys BE-BIO-01), 100% pure, natural and integral. Each has an original name, HECT (Huile Essentielle ChemoTypée), to characterize it botanically and biochemically.

Special precautions

May be fatal if swallowed or absorbed through the respiratory tract. May cause skin allergy. Keep out of reach of children. Do not apply undiluted to skin. Do not ingest. IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor immediately. DO NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. Keep away from heat and light. See instructions.

Skin irritation (dermocaustic) possible in pure form - Not suitable for asthmatics - Keep out of reach of young children - This product is not a substitute for a balanced diet - Do not exceed recommended dosage - Unless advised by a doctor or pharmacist, do not use during pregnancy or breast-feeding, or on children under 3 years of age - Keep away from sources of heat and light.

Warning: essential oils have an impressive reactive power. Therefore, scrupulously respect the prescribed doses, which are the fruit of long experience as a researcher. Excessive doses will not bring any added therapeutic benefit, but may, on the contrary, cause undesirable effects.

FAQ - Your questions about Pranarôm Katrafay Essential Oil

Can this essential oil be used pure on the skin?

No, we recommend diluting it in a vegetable oil before application to avoid any irritation.

Is this oil suitable for pregnant women?

No, it is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding, due to its high content of powerful active compounds.

Can Katrafay Essential Oil be used for chronic fatigue?

Yes, it's ideal for periods of extreme fatigue. Inhaled or massaged, it helps stimulate energy and improve vitality.

Can it be used in synergy with other essential oils?

Yes, it goes very well with oils of Gaultheria couchée (for muscular pain), Rosemary cineole (toning effect), and Lavender fine (relaxing action).

What's the difference between Katrafay and Gaultheria for pain relief?

Katrafay is a general tonic and mild anti-inflammatory, while Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate, an active ingredient similar to aspirin, which is highly effective for acute pain.

What is its composition?

ishwarane, β-caryophyllene, α-copaene
*Ingredient from organic farming (Certisys BE-BIO-01 control) - ECOGARANTIE ® certified product in compliance with ECOGARANTIE specifications (CERTISYS control).

Aromatic molecules: 1,8 cineole

Distilled part: leaf

Cedrelopsis grevei: This Madagascar shrub produces an essential oil from its bark. Its biochemical composition is highly original, thanks to the sesquiterpene it contains: a clear, light yellow to orange ishwarane with a pleasant woody, balsamic fragrance. Widespread across the globe (Spain, Chile, India, China...) and widely used for its curative properties, this beautiful tree from the aromatic myrtaceae family has antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and expectorant properties.