• Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine)
  • Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine)

Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine)

  • Scientific Name
    Jasminum sambac
  • Family
    Oleaceae
  • Origin
    China, India, Southeast Asiaetc.

CONTENTS

Plant description

Jasmine, a small shrub belonging to the Oleaceae family, features evergreen leaves and produces petite, thick-fleshed white flowers with a captivating fragrance that blooms in the evening and at night during the summer season.
The name “jasmine” is believed to have originated from a Persian word signifying “gift from God.” This flower holds cultural significance, serving as the national flower of the Philippines and Indonesia and cherished for generations, gracing weddings and welcoming guests. Additionally, it holds a place of importance in religious rituals and meditation practices in various other nations. In China, Jasmine is used as a flavoring agent in the production of jasmine tea.
Though numerous jasmine varieties exist, with “Jasminum officinalis” being one of them, only a select few from over 200 cultivated varieties can be utilized to extract essential oil.

Essential oil composition

Jasmine

  • Jasmine

  • INCI
    JASMINUM SAMBAC （JASMINE） FLOWER OIL
  • Parts of Plant Used
    Flower
  • Extraction Method
    Solvent Extraction
  • Extraction Rate
    0.15%
  • Notes
    Middle - Base
  • Aroma Family
    Floral

Jasmine Essential Oil Properties & Uses

Approximately 0.15% of Jasmine essential oil is extracted from the flowers through solvent extraction, resulting in a reddish brown hue. Its key components include Benzyl acetate and α-farnesene, both renowned for their uplifting effects. The fragrance is characterized by a luxurious floral scent underscored by fruity and green notes, imparting a refreshing quality. This aroma exudes a sense of gentleness coupled with elegant brightness. Jasmine essential oil harmonizes exceptionally well with citrus and sweet fragrances. Combinations with essential oils like Sweet Orange, Bergamot, Neroli, Kuromoji, and Vetiver yield delightful blends. Given its potent aroma, it's advisable to incorporate it cautiously during blending, adding small quantities at a time to craft a gentle and balanced fragrance.

Essential oil composition

Essential oil composition

※An example of one batch production is shown here.

  • α-Farnesene　15.0%
  • Benzyl acetate　11.1%
  • Benzyl alcohol　8.9%
  • Linalool　8.6%
  • 1.0%以上の不明成分（合算）　8.2%
  • Methyl anthranilate　6.2%
  • cis-3-Hexenyl benzoate　5.6%
  • Methyl linolenate　3.7%
  • Indole　2.2%
  • Phenylacetonitrile　2.0%
  • Geranyl linalool　1.8%
  • cis-3-Hexenyl acetate　1.4%
  • β-Phenylethyl alcohol　1.3%
  • δ-Cadinene　1.1%
  • Nerolidol　1.0%
  • Other components　22.1%

Functions and Efficacies

Linalool

Linalool
  • IUPAC Name
    3,7-Dimethylocta-1,6-dien-3-ol
  • Molecular Formula
    C10H18O
  • Molecular Weight
    154.25 g/mol
  • CAS No.
    78-70-6
  • Structure
    Monoterpene alcohol

Functions and Efficacies of Linalool

in slico in vitro ex vivo in vivo
Non-clinical Clinical
Mice Rats Guinea Pigs Insects Rabbits Human
Anti-inflammatory Effects ○
Stress Reduction ○ ○
Anti-oxidant Effects ○

Anti-inflammatory Effects

A study reported that linalool reduced hindlimb edema in rats induced by carrageenan administration. 1)

Stress Reduction

A study reported that linalool treatment increased the time it took for mice to escape to a dark room when under light stress. Additionally, it reduced the number and duration of attacks on other mice in a confined room, indicating its stress-reducing effects.2) Linalool inhalation was observed to reverse gene expression alterations in the hypothalamus associated with stress response in mice.3) Numerous studies have documented the stress-reducing capabilities of linalool.4)5)6)

Anti-oxidant Effects

A study reported that the addition of linalool was found to suppress the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) induced by UV irradiation in human skin fibroblasts.7)

  • 1)Peana et al., Phytomedicine, 2002
  • 2)Linck et al., Phytomedicine, 2010
  • 3)Yoshida et al., Neuroscience Letters, 2017
  • 4)Harada et al., Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, 2018
  • 5)Souto-Maior et al., Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior, 2011
  • 6)Weston-Green et al., Frontiers in Scichiatry, 2021
  • 7)Gunaseelan et al., Plos One, 2017

IFRA

Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine)：
There are restrictions on its use in the final product due to its potential to cause dermal sensitization.

Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine)

※Only information for selected components are shown here.

Benzyl alcohol：
There are restrictions on its use in the final product due to its potential of having systemic toxicity and dermal sensitization.

Benzyl alcohol

※Only information for selected components are shown here.

References
Jennie Harding [Handbook of Essential Oil and Plant Oil] Tokyo-do Publishing, 2010.
Shinichiro Otsuki/Yukiko Ozaki [Scientific Name Etymology Dictionary of Herbs] Tokyo-do Publishing, 2009.
Jennie Harding [Illustrated Reference Book of Herbs] Sancho Publishing, 2012.
Freddy Ghozland/Xavier Fernandez [L’Herbier Parfume] Hara Publishing, 2013.
Kyohei Mikami [Comprehensive Guide to Essential Oils] Fragrance Journal, 2010.
Yuzuru Ogura [Dictionary of Plants] Tokyo-do Publishing, 1957.
Nobuo Ohashi [Dictionary of Medical Herbs] Tokyo-do Publishing, 2016.
Wanda Sellar [The directory of essential oils] Fragrance Journal, 1992.
Aroma Environment Association of Japan [AEAJ Aromatherapy Certification Official Textbook grade1&2] Sekaibunka, 1999.
Robert Tissearand [Essential Oil Safety] Fragrance Journal, 2018.
Ayako Berg [Aromatherapy Essential Oil Dictionary] Seibido Shuppan, 2022.
Azusa Annells [Enjoying Fragrance: An Illustrated Book of Aromas with Characteristics]Natsumesha CO.,LTD., 2023
International Fragrance Association, Jasmine absolute (sambac), 2020.
International Fragrance Association, Benzyl alcohol,2020.
(All written in or translated to Japanese.)
Supervisor
Yamamoto Perfumery co., ltd.

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