This refreshing oil has a beautiful lemony scent. Also known as May Chang, litsea is distilled from the leaves of a small tropical tree. With cleansing properties, it’s purifying for the skin and energizing for the senses.
- Key benefit: Cleansing
- Latin name: Litsea cubeba
- Country of origin: Vietnam
- Blends beautifully with: lavender, ylang ylang, tea tree
Works well with:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Ylang Ylang Organic Essential Oil
- Tea Tree Organic Essential Oil
Bath & Shower
Inhale the aromatic stream while your skin absorbs all the benefits of the oil. For adults, add up to 5 drops in 2 tbsp bath oil, shower gel, full fat milk or carrier oil. For children over 2 years old or adults with sensitive skin, reduce the amount to up to 2 drops per 2 tbsp.
Inhalation
This technique helps to clear your head and nose. For adults, add 4–6 drops to a bowl of steaming water, pace a towel over your head and breathe. Children over 2 years old, adults with sensitive skin and asthmatics should not inhale directly. Instead, place the bowl of hot water with added oils in the room nearby.
Massages
Cleanses your body and mind while helping to ease aching muscles. For adults, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser or burner. For children over 2 years old, adults with sensitive skin or if applying to the face, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser.
Diffusers & Burners
A natural air freshener, this technique creates a cleansing ambiance. For adults, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser or burner. For children over 2 years old, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser.
WARNING: Do not use undiluted on the skin. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Flammable. Use within 12 months of opening.
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
