May Chang (Litsea cubeba)
$8.95 – $34.45
Description
Steam distilled aerial parts
Warm and strong citrus aroma, fruity with a light floral undertone. Colour varies from rich gold yellow to light brown.
Botanical name: Litsea cubeba
Common name: Litsea cubeba, May chang.
Plant part: Small, pepper- like fruits
Extraction method: Steam distilled
Common uses: The refreshing aroma of Litsea cubeba essential oil has been known to help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety when used through inhalation or in a diffuser. The oil is also suitable for oily skin types.
Note: Top
Strength of aroma: Strong
Aromatic scent: Sweet, fresh and lemon-like aroma.
Caution: Non-toxic, non-irritating. Possibly sensitising in some individuals. Avoid during pregnancy.
Blends Well With
Ambrette Absolute (Musk) (Abelmoschus moschatus)Angelica Root (Angelica archangelica)
Balsam of Peru (Myroxylon balsamum)
Beeswax Absolute (Apis Mellifera)
Benzoin – Onycha (Styrax Benzoin)
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)
Carnation Absolute (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Cedarwood Himalayan (Cedrus deodara)
Chamomile – Roman (Anthemis nobilis)
Cinnamon – Leaf (Cinnamomum ceylanicum)
Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum verum)
Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)
Clove Bud (Syzygium aromaticum)
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)
Fir Needle – Siberian (Abies sibirica)
Frankincense (Boswellia serrata)
Galbanum (Ferula gummosa)
Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis)
Labdanum Absolute (Cistus ladaniferus)
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
Mimosa – Acacia Absolute (Acacia dealbata)
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Oakmoss Absolute (Evernia prunastri)
Orange – Sweet (Citrus sinensis)
Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)
Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium amara)
Rose Damask Absolute (Rosa x damascena)
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Rosewood – Indian (Dalbergia Sissoo)
Sandalwood – Australian (Santalum spicatum)
Sandalwood – Indian (Santalum album)
Vanilla Absolute (Vanilla planifolia)
Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides)
Violet Leaf (Viola odorata)
Violet Leaf Absolute (Viola odorata)
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)
Aromatic Families
Green, Woody
Aroma
Earthy, green, radiant, balsamic, sweet coniferous-turpentine-like aroma with highly aromatic, warm, woody tonalities.
Aromatic Note
Middle to Top
Contraindications
Not Known.
Additional information
Bottle Size | 5mL, 10mL, 50mL, 100mL |
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