Yarrow is a versatile oil with a rich, earthy herbaceous aroma. It is cool and dry in its nature, and has a calming soothing influence. It is a good support for muscles, tendons and joints, and is frequently used in sports massage. Its other main actions are on the skin, where its soothing nature may find multiple uses, and as a gentle tonic for the heart and circulation. On a psychological level, Yarrow essential oil is used to unblock and unburden suppessed negative emotions, and with its stress relieving, uplifting and balancing effect on the psyche, it is used to clear negative energies. Yarrow is a powerful oil containing ketones, and should be used well diluted and not used during pregnancy, while breast feeding or with small children. It blends particularly well with Camomile, Lavender and Citrus, and also Myrrh.