Common Yarrow (Blue) Organic Essential Oil (Achillea millefolium)

Certified organic Yarrow essential oil (common yarrow), extracted from leaves and flower tops grown organically in the Chalkidiki region, is steam distilled. An interesting batch from Yarrow Organic with a high chamazulene content of 7.3% (hence the navy blue color and strong soothing effect). The GC profile is very "leather-like," with fresh monoterpene accords: sabinene 17.06%, β-pinene 12.55%, a high proportion of sesquiterpenes: germacrene D 14.2%, β-caryophyllene 12.86%, with a breath of 1,8-cineole 4.54%, and trace ketones.

Our blue yarrow with 7.3% chamazulene and rich in sesquiterpenes (germacrene D, β-caryophyllene); exceptionally soothing for reactive skin prone to redness.

Product properties
Country of origin: Chalkidiki, Central Macedonia
Plant Part: Flowering Tops and Leaves
Cultivation: Certified organic
Groups of organic compounds: Monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes
Botanical family: Asteraceae (Compositae)
Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties

Fragrance profile

• Aroma: herbal, camphorous, rich, with a bitter-sweet tinge and floral notes
• Fragrance classification: top to middle
• Appearance: light, fluid
• Color: dark blue

Chemical profile (dominant components):

sabinene 17.06%,
β-pinene 12.55%,
germacrene D 14.2%,
β-caryophyllene 12.86%,
chamazulene 7.30%,
1,5-heptadien-4-one (3,3,6-trimethyl) 5.21%,
1,8-cineole 4.54%,
α-pinene 3.60%,
terpinen-4-ol 3.04%.

Application

SOS for reactive/erythematous skin – soothes redness, “itchy” skin, minor irritations (chamazulene + sesquiterpenes).
Balance and smoothing – for combination/oily skin (germacrene D, β-caryophyllene “comfort” and barrier support).
Scalp – tonics/serums for sensitive, irritated skin; combines well with rosemary ct. verbenone.
Evening rituals – combines skin soothing with subtle, green relaxation in the diffuser.

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 5 years
Safety and warnings
Tisserand and Young recommend caution when using yarrow essential oil. They point out that this oil may interact with drugs metabolized by the CYP2D6 enzyme and may exhibit mild neurotoxicity. The maximum permissible concentration for topical use is 8.6%. For external use only and for room fragrance. Dilute before application. Do not apply to broken skin, around the eyes, or on mucous membranes. Store tightly closed, away from heat and light.

Combinations for Yarrow Oil
Sensitive skin/redness: German chamomile (blue), immortelle (Helichrysum), lavender
Soothing and regenerating serum: Boswellia, geranium, palmarosa
Capillaries/toning: cypress, helichrysum, frankincense
Combination skin balance: niaouli or eucalyptus radiata (gently), tea tree (trace), palmarosa
Relaxing diffuser: bergamot, green/red mandarin, atlas cedar
Muscles/strains: sweet marjoram, rosemary ct. cineole (sparingly), juniper

Production date: July 2025
Expiration date: July 2030
Batch number: E1001954

Vessel essential oils are tested using GC/MS and GC/FID methods, confirming their authenticity, purity and compliance with the natural plant profile.
The analysis utilizes gas chromatography combined with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) in SCAN mode to precisely identify each component. Quantitative composition is determined using GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural oils, free from synthetic additives—ideal for professional aromatherapy applications. The distillery specializes in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAP). It adheres to ISO 9001/22000 and Organic/COSMOS standards, among others.

Yarrow essential oil, common yarrow oil, blue yarrow, yarrow oil (INCI: Achillea millefolium Oil)