Essential Oils
Labdanum (Cistus ladaniferis) Essential Oil
£9.50
Labdanum oil often also referred to as “Cistus” it is also available as an absolute. The absolute contains the constituents of the oils in a stronger and more powerful form. This oil is regularly used in the perfumery industry, however, it is just as useful on a daily basis for a range of personal health benefits.
One of the simplest use of this oil for beauty purposes is to blend it into a natural cream base to improve skin condition. It can be effective for mature skin as well as skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis.
10ml
| 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, sedative, vulnerary.
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| 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 | 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. |
