It has widely used as an agent of flavoring in a number of non-alcoholic beverages, ice creams, liqueurs, candies, chewing gums, etc. Owing to its ultimate fragrance, methyl chavicol is also extensively used in soaps, detergents, shampoos and perfumes. It fights against acid tolerant effectively as an antimicrobial agent. It is also highly effective for the treatment of joint pains and various types of infections in the body.
Linalool is another aromatic chemical that is derived from spice plants and flowers as a natural terpene alcohol. The other names of Linalool are linaloyl oxide, p-linalool, β-linalool, linalyl alcohol, 3,7-dimethyl-1, allo-ocimenol, and 6-octadien-3-ol.
It is found in approximate 200 plants, but the most common source of obtaining the linalool is mint and other various kinds of scented herbs. Linalool contains a pleasant scent like as spicy floral tone.
It is a commonly used in detergents, shampoos, soaps, sanitary pads for adding sweet, minty, and floral scent. It has a powerful insecticide property that makes it very beneficial for controlling the cockroaches and fleas. Owing to its non toxic nature, it is used as a better alternative to various toxic insecticides.
Apart from this, it has also various therapeutic uses and it is suggested as:
Analgesic – for relieving pain.
Antidepressant – for relieving depression.
Anti-Epileptic – for reducing seizures and convulsions.
Anti-Inflammatory – for reducing inflammation.
Antipsychotic – for relieving the symptoms of psychosis.
Anxiolytic – for relieving anxiety
Sedative – for promoting relaxation and sleep.
In addition to this, Linalool is the important component of various essential oils, including rose, rosewood, orange, lavender, and coriander. It is not allergic to skin in pure form, but, in oxidized form it can cause some allergic sensitivity/reactions.
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