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MASTIC - 5ml
100% pure and natural chemotyped essential oil – Organic

Botanical name: Pistacia lentiscus
Origin: France
Cultivation: Eco-cert organic
Extraction: Branch
Note: Middle to Top
Aroma: Resinous, round, rich

Mastic essential oil is a great anchor for lighter notes, this oil is a warming oil. Mastic came from a graceful resilient evergreen tree that has populated the groves in the Greek island of Chios since medieval times. Its resin is also used as the source of mastic gum. 

 

Carrier Oils: Coconut oil

CHEMISTRY:

  • Α-pinene (58.86–77.10%)
  • Camphene (0.75–1.04%) 
  • Β-pinene (1.26–2.46%)
  • Myrcene (0.23–12.27%)
  • Linalool (0.45–3.71%) 
  • Β-caryophyllene (0.70–1.47%)

HISTORY:

Records show that it is only in Chios that it is largely produced. It came from Lentisk trees that locally grow in Greece. Mastic came from the Greek word “μαστιχεīν” ,when romanized;“mastichein” meaning to “gnash the teeth”. It is also the source for the word masticate. Hippocrates was the holder of the first documented mention of the word “mastic tears”.

 

APPLICATION:
Topical:

  • For local massage: Add 1 drop of Mastic essential oil + 10 drops of coconut oil and massage into the affected areas.

Aromatic: 

  • Use 2-5 drops in a diffuser for calming effect.


GUARANTEED

  • Non-GMO 
  • No pesticides
  • No insecticides
  • No additives
  • Gluten free 
  • Vegan 
  • Cruelty free 
  • No carrier oil added

CAUTIONS:
 

Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. Test patch on skin before application.