Baldwins Manuka (leptosperum Scoparium) Essential Oil

Country of Origin: New Zealand

Method of extraction: Steam Distillation

Plant family: Myrtaceae

Chemical constituents: Pinene, Cubenene, Copaene, Caryophyllene, Flavesone, Isoleptospermone, Leptospermone

Properties: Antiseptic, Relaxing

Despite being a good mood lifter and stabaliser Manuka also has powerful antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is good for treating wounds, scratches, scrapes, ulcers, boils, cold sores, acne, athlete’s foot and ringworm. Manuka also contains the insecticide Leptospermone and can be used as an insect repellent and to soothe insect bites and stings.

Blends well with: Clary Sage, Clove, Geranium, or Lavender

Precautions: Best avoided during pregnancy