BOTANICAL NAME

Cistus ladaniferus

AROMA

Sweet, Warm, Musky and herbaceous,

ORIGIN

Spain

PLANT PART

Flowers, leaves, stems

EXTRACTION METHOD: 

Steam Distillation from the Crude gum

PLANT FAMILY: 

Cistaceae

NOTE: 

Base

PROPERTIES

Anti-microbial, anti-hemorrhagic,  antiseptic, balsamic, astringent, emmenagogue, expectorant, sedativive, vulnerary.

SKIN:

Useful for soothing and healing skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis as well as inflamed and infected skin. Is also useful in improving the appearance of wrinkles by toning and tightening the skin.

MIND:

Can enhance memory, used to help clear the mind or help to achieve greater concentration.

BODY: 

Boosts blood flow in the pelvic area. Useful for irritable coughs.

BLENDS WELL WITH:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Lavender, Juniper, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Pine, Sandalwood and Vetiver.

MAIN CONSTITUENTS

A-pinene, camphene, hexen-1-ol, trimethylcyclohexanone, bornyl acetate

CAUTION

Possible skin sensitiser.

Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.  Avoid during pregnancy and nursing.