Hypericum perforatum
Origin: France
Part used: Flowers
Method: Water steam distillation
Essential oil from an organic wild plant harvest by Boèmia
Shelf life: 5 years
A major advantage of our essential oil is that it does not present the risk of photosensitisation. Indeed, during distillation, the molecules responsible for this effect are not extracted, thus making our St. John's Wort essential oil as beneficial as it is safe for the skin.
In the heart of summer, when St. John's Wort is in full swing, St. John's Wort , also known as the "St. John's Wort plant," reveals its splendor. The countless perforations in its leaves resemble a myriad of tiny windows. When placed against the light, these "thousand holes" appear with astonishing precision, thus giving its name to this botanical wonder.
While St. John's Wort is often recognised for its oily macerate, at Boèmia, we also celebrate its distilled version. St. John's Wort essential oil is exceptionally rare due to its low yield during distillation. It then becomes a liquid treasure, combining the power of the plant with the delicacy of the essence.
