MANUKA ESSENTIAL OIL

Latin Binomial: Leptospermum scoparium
Plant Part: Branch and Leaf
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Growing Practice: Wild
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Odor Type: CITRUS

Odor Charactistic: Odor is fresh, but bitter verging on unpleasant. Strongly herbaceous-resinous, hints of clove. Drydown is ambery-soapy, faint.

Refractive Index: 1.496 - 1.506 @ 20 °C.
Specific Gravity: 0.950 - 0.975 @ 20 °C.
Appearance: light yellow to clear thin liquid

History

The name Manuka comes from the Maori term meaning nervousness or anxiety.

Aromatherapy: USES IN COSMETICS: As an active ingredient particularly against gram positive bacteria such as Staph

The information provided on these pages is not a substitute for necessary medical care, nor intended as medical advice. Always keep aromatic extracts tightly closed and in a cool, dark place, out of reach of children. Never ingest aromatic extracts. Always dilute aromatic extracts when applying topically and avoid areas around eyes or mucous membranes. If redness or irritation occurs, stop using immediately and contact your health provider if necessary.