Honeysuckle essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of its leaves and has a soft and warm aroma, with a hint of honey. Its uses in aromatherapy are varied since it helps with nervousness, tension, stress, insomnia, infections, fungal infections, eczema, herpes and viruses. It also acts as an antidepressant, antiseptic, bactericidal, sedative, hypnotic, against high pressure and irritability, calms the mind and benefits the cardiovascular system.