Perilla essential oil is derived from the leaves of perilla plant with the use of steam distillation method. Perillene, linonene, myristicin, beta-caryophyllene, linalool, myristicin, beta-farnesene, citral, l-perillaldehyde, perilla ketaone, rosmarinic acid and perillyl alcohol are the main constituents in perilla leaf oil. The leaves of perilla contains about less than one percent oil. This oil contains anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, antidepressive and anxyolitic properties. This essential oil has peppery, minty, pleasant and woody fragrance. It is also used in cosmetics as well as in perfume industry. Perilla plant is also called Beefsteak Plant, Perilla red, Perilla white, Perilla Labiatae, Wild basil, Perilla frutescens, Rattlesnake weed, Shiso and Purple mint. The plant is inherent to Asia and is known widely for its various health benefits.

Health benefits of Perilla essential oil

Let’s discuss on some health benefits provided by Perilla essential oil:

1. Allergen sensitivity

Perilla leaf oil is a perfect substitute for antihistamine medication that has various side effects. It possess a natural antihistamine properties that lowers sensitivity to allergens as it lowers the production of specific mediators.

2. Antioxidant activity

This oil possesses an antioxidant activity that helps to eliminate free radicals and reactive oxygen molecules that are the cause for oxidative stress in the body. Inflammation is caused by oxidative stress and it also increases the chances of degenerative chronic diseases. It also prevents the chances of neurodegenerative conditions, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular ailments.

3. Prevent cancer

Perilla leaves has compounds such as roamarinic acid and luteolin that provides anticancer effects. It inhibits angiogenesis that leads to cancer cells proliferation and tumor growth.The anticarcinogenic effects are studied on lung, kidney and skin carcinogenesis.

4. Lowers inflammation

It possesses anti-inflammatory properties which is also associated with antiallergic effects that inhibits the production of histamine. Inflammation is the cause for chronic and degenerative diseases.

5. Relieves stress

This oil has antidepressant, anxiolytic and neuroprotective effects. It helps to eliminate depression and anxiety. It is also used in aromatherapy to lower stress and also improves anxiety.

6. Nervous health

Perilla essential oil possesses neuroprotective properties that prevent degenerative neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease. It also relieves stress that could improve brain function and brain health.

Traditional uses

• It is used as an expectorant and cough suppressant and helpful for flu, respiratory afflictions and other problems.
• It is helpful for common cold, flu and lung disorders.
• It assists carcinoma, allergies, lowers inflammation and swelling.
• It eliminates bacteria.
• It is used for medications, aromatherapy purposes, massage, cooking and as a preservative.
• It lowers cholesterol, prevent stroke and heart attack.
• It is used to treat conjunctivitis and allergic pinkeye.
• It also treats allergies, nausea, sunstroke, allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and muscle spasms.

Precautions                                                                                                 

• Consult an expert for an internal use.
• Allergic people should avoid it.
• It should be used in moderate amounts.

Other Facts        

• It is used as a food additive, curative and is topically applied for health benefits.
• It adds flavor to various dishes.

Perilla essential oil facts

Beside it contains enormous health benefits, it should be taken under the recommendation of health professionals. It consists of anticancer, antioxidant, anxiolytic, antiallergy, anti-inflammatory and antidepressant properties.

Perilla essential oil facts and benefits Quick Facts
Name:	Perilla essential oil facts and benefits
Origin	Native to Eastern Asia
Health benefits	Allergen sensitivity, Antioxidant activity, Prevent cancer, Lowers inflammation, Relieves stress

Name	Perilla essential oil facts and benefits
Scientific Name of Perilla plant	Perilla frutescens
Native	Native to Eastern Asia
Common names	Shiso leaf oil
Common/English Name of Perilla plant	Beefsteak Plant, Perilla white, Perilla red, Perilla Labiatae, Perilla frutescens, Wild basil, Rattlesnake weed, Purple mint and Shiso
Name in Other Languages of Perilla plant	English: perilla, Chinese basil, beefsteak plant, purple mint; Bengali: ban tulsi; Chinese: tzu ssu, chi-ssu, yeh-ssu, hung-sha-yao, tsu-shih ts’ao, ts’ao-t’ou; Hindi: bhanjira; Japanese: shiso, shisonoha, egoma, umeboshi; Korean: kkaennip namul
Health Benefits	Allergen sensitivity Antioxidant activity Prevent cancer Lowers inflammation Relieves stress Nervous health
Traditional uses	It is helpful for flu, common cold, respiratory afflictions and other problems. It cures carcinoma, allergies, lowers inflammation as well as swelling. It eliminates bacteria from the body. It is used in medications, aromatherapy purposes, massage and cooking. It lowers cholesterol that helps to prevent stroke and heart attack. It is a treatment for conjunctivitis and allergic pinkeye.
Precautions	One should consult an expert for use. Allergic people should not use it. Use it in limited amounts.
Other Facts	It is also used as a food additive, curative and also applied topically. It is used to add flavor of various dishes.