Litsea Cubeba, also called May Chang, is a small tropical tree with lemon-scented white flowers. After the flowers bloom, they form berries that resemble peppercorns.Litsea Cubeba essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of these ripe berries.
Where is it from?
Litsea Cubeba originally comes from China, but now also grows in other parts of Southeast Asia.
Fragrance description
Fresh-sweet lemon aroma
Benefits of Litsea Cubeba Oil
Improves mood
The fresh and stimulating scent of Litsea Cubeba has a positive effect on the mood. In addition, it has a beneficial effect on concentration and provides an encouraging start to the day!
Neutralizes odors
In addition to neutralizing unpleasant odors in the home, such as cooking odors and smoke odors, Litsea Cubeba is also effective against excessive sweating and strong perspiration odors.
Dispelling fear
Litsea Cubeba is a calming essential oil that brings you peace in times of stress. It can help dispel depression and anxiety and transform negative thoughts into positivity.
Purifies oily skin
Ideal for oily, impure skin that is prone to pimples and acne. Litsea Cubeba helps balance sebum production and makes pores less visible for an even complexion.
Antibacterial/antiseptic
Due to its antibacterial properties, Litsea Cubeba is often used in soaps, shampoos and lotions to treat skin conditions and minor wounds. Also works ideally as a cleaning agent to disinfect the house.
How do you use Litsea Cubeba Oil?
In a diffuser
Add 5 drops of Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil and 3 drops of Orange Essential Oil to a diffuser. Let it evaporate for a few minutes for a cheerful, fresh start to the day!
DIY fragrance sticks
Add 50 ml of carrier oil and 30 drops of Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil to a small glass jar with a cap. Mix this together well. Remove the cap and insert about 6 bamboo sticks into the jar. Let it sit for an hour and then turn the sticks over. Enjoy a welcoming aroma in your home.
Tonic
Mix 6 drops of Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil with 50 ml Rose Water and use as a tonic on a cotton pad for the face or dab under the armpits after showering.
Shampoo
Add 5 drops of Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil and 5 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil to 100 ml of mild (preferably natural) shampoo. Massage the scalp with this and let it work briefly before rinsing it out with lukewarm water.NB! May cause phototoxicity and skin irritation. Not suitable for pregnant women and young children.Maximum dosage for the skin: 0.8% on 100 ml carrier oil or cream.
