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Manuka Essential Oil 10ml

Manuka, Pure Essential Oil In 10ml Amber Glass Dropper Bottle

Species:	Origin:	Extraction Process
Leptospermum scoparium	New Zealand	steam distillation


Extraction Description	Scent Description
The volatile oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and terminal branches	Odour is very sweet and gentle, with woody, mossy notes

General Description

Manuka Essential Oil. Similar to Tea Tree, but Manuka has additional properties of its own. Use where a pleasant rather than medicinal smell is appropriate - good to use where long term treatment is required. Contains leptospermone, which is insecticidal - insect repellent / insect bites and stings. Highly bactericidal across a wide spectrum. A few drops in the baths as a pick-me-up for winter blues. Use with avocado or jojoba for people with dry or sensitive skin, good for oily skin - dilute well before use. Great to use in air sprays or burners.

Historical Background

Long use by Maori people of New Zealand.

Properties

Anti-viral, anti-fungal, bactericidal, insecticidal

Base Products

caryophyllene, geraniol, pinene, linalol, and humulene.

Safety

DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.

What other people think

"It is an excellent antiseptic for use on the skin, and can be applied to cuts, spots, boils, ulcers, etc., being particularly indicated where healing has been slow" - from Aromatherapy an A - Z by Patricia Davis.

Our Price: €11.36

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