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I recommend this product
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Litsea cubeba (May Chang) Essential Oil
Rated 4.4 out of 5
$12.00 (Incl. GST)
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| Litsea Cubeba (May Chang) Essential Oil 100% PURE, THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTIAL OIL |
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| COMMON NAME | Litsea cubeba (May Chang) Oil |
| BOTANICAL NAME | Litsea cubeba |
| PLANT PARTS USED | Fruit |
| EXTRACTION METHOD | Distillation |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| May Chang is similar in action to Lemongrass oil due to its high citral content, however it has a finer more lemony aroma. In Traditional Chinese Medicine May Chang is used for cardiovascular and musculoskeletal ailments due to its cooling nature and it has a tonic effect on the whole body to promote wellness. Nature/Essence – Invigorating & Cooling |
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 FOR THE SKINMay Chang oil has an astringent effect on congested oily skin and acne. It is also a good choice in deodorant blends to help reduce excessive perspiration and odour, and impart a fresh clean fragrance. |
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 FOR THE BODYMay Chang has a cooling and toning effect helpful for cardiovascular health, and in massage oil for sore, tired muscles, lower back or wherever heat needs to be dispelled. It is also used for indigestion and nausea, and as a respiratory tonic. |
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 FOR THE MINDMay Chang helps stimulate and uplift a tired or negative mind and is a good choice when feeling mentally or physically exhausted. It has a tonic effect on the nervous system to help with nervous tension and stress. |
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 FOR THE HOMEDiffuse May Chang to help purify and refresh the air, and it may also help repel insects. It is also a good choice in household cleaning blends for its antiseptic qualities and a sharp clean lemony scent. |
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BLENDS WELL WITH Basil, Bergamot, Clary sage, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Lavender, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosemary, Ylang ylang |
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| Appearance | Pale yellow to golden brown | |
| Odour Description | Intensely lemon like sweet, fresh | |
| Main Constituents | Citral, limonene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, sabinene, geraniol | |
| Specific Gravity | Min0.880 | Max0.892 |
| Optical Rotation | Min -1 | Max +12 |
| Refractive Index | Min 1.480 | Max1.490 |
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- Consultation with a suitably qualified practitioner is recommended prior to use
- For external use only.
- Do not apply to skin undiluted
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Perform a patch test prior to use
- For external use only.
- Do not apply to skin undiluted
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Perform a patch test prior to use
Based on 19 reviews
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19 Reviews
Reviewed by Jasmine T.
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I recommend this product
Really Nice
Really nice. It reminds me of Lemongrass. I would have rated it higher except that I love the Lemon and Lime oils better. It really depends on what you like
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Reviewed by shinobu H.
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I recommend this product
I like this scent
I still trying to find best blend using this essential oil. This scent as itself pretty nice and cost performance great too.
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Reviewed by qtwns S.
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I recommend this product
Better than lemongrass
Good alternative to lemongrass :)
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Reviewed by Di N.
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I recommend this product
Fabulous value
Had not tried this oil before, but I absolutely love it now! And it is great value for money.
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