Revered by the Maori people for its many invigorating properties, Manuka has been used for centuries in New Zealand for its plethora of health benefits. A pure steam distillation of the potent aromatic compounds found in the flowers, leaves, and stems of the Manuka tree which is part of the myrtle family (same family as tea tree and eucalyptus). You may already recognize the word “manuka” because of Manuka honey, which is from the hives of bees that pollinate the manuka tree’s flowers.

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M A I N   C O N S T I T U E N T S

Leptospermone, E-calamenene, alpha-pinene, cadina-3, 5-diene

U S E S:

• Roll on inside of arm + pulse points to center your energy
• Roll on chest to promote feelings of relaxation, inner strength and courage.
• Roll on skin to promote healing from any skin disturbance.
• Roll on face to reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and to boost your glow!
• Supports healthy immune system.
• Massage into feet after a bath to keep feet Clean and Healthy.
• Roll on top of hand and the rub under arms as a deodorant

• Roll onto your neck before or during meditation or yoga, to help ground and center your energies and emotions.  

• Roll Manuka into your palms, cup your hands over your nose, and inhale to promote courage and inner strength.

• Add it to your skin care routine to help keep your skin clean and clear. It’s amazing for blemishes!

• Roll on achy joints and muscles.

• Apply topically to the chest and breathe deeply for easy breathing.

• Apply to the abdomen for digestive support.

• Works great when used on skin irritations.

• Manuka blends well with Peppermint and Bergamot as a personal fragrance. Layer them onto your skin one at a time, first by rolling on Manuka, then roll on some Peppermint Touch and a drop of Bergamot to the desired area.

  According the the Emotions and Essential Oils book, Manuka is known as the “Oil of Being Upheld.” It offers energetic safety and shielding from the intense problems all around that individuals feel powerless to change. This is a great oil for those that feel wounded, abandoned, disconnected, or are grieving. Manuka can help to feel more comforted, loved, cared for, upheld, and grateful.

F U R T H E R   L E A R N I N G

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAu2OeVuBxE&feature=share

 

For hundreds of years, Litsea, a plant native to East Asia, has been used by the indigenous people of Taiwan in traditional health practices.Litsea comes from the fruit of the evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the Lauraceae family. The tree bears pale lemon-scented flowers and small fruits that look like little peppers. This is why Litsea is is also known by the name “mountain pepper” in Mandarin. It has many powerful uses and benefits

Litsea is chemically similar to Melissa. It is known as the ‘oil of tranquility’ and is known for its powerful effect in promoting relaxation and mental calm. Historically this oil is blended with almond oil and used to aromatize the body prior to meditation or prayer in order to impart a sense of strength, calm and mental clarity.

A R O M A

What Does it Smell Like?

Clean, fresh, sweet – many people find the aroma very similar to Melissa oil.

M A I N   C O N S T I T U E N T S

Geranial, neral, limonene

U S E S

• Energizing + refreshing – diffuse or wear on aroma jewelry to uplift mood
• Take 1-2 drops internally in your water for the antioxidant support for your cells. It also promotes the health of the cardiovascular, immune + respiratory system. Adding a drop to your water will also help maintain a healthy nervous system.
• Apply topically by adding a drop to your face cream to keep skin clean and clear. Can also be uses as a spot treatment on blemishes.
• Litsea blends well in the diffuser with Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Frankincense, or Cedarwood.
• Due to its high content of geranial and neral, Litsea has many surface cleansing properties so it is great to add 10 drops to your all purpose cleaner or to diffuse into the air. (Geranial and neral are also found in Melissa and Lemongrass)
• Incorporate Litsea into your daily supplement routine for the antioxidant support your cells need to maintain health.*
• This fragrant oil also promotes the health of the cardiovascular, immune, nervous, and respiratory systems.*
• Add to your skin care routine will help keep your skin clean and clear. It works as a great spot treatment during the day or at night to help reduce the appearance of blemishes.
• Diffuser to uplift the mood and promote feelings of fresh energy.
• Due to its high content of geranial and neral, Litsea has many surface cleansing properties and can easily be added to your favorite DIY all purpose cleaner.
• Apply across the forehead for head tension.
• Massage over the abdomen for digestive support.
• Works great when added to your pet’s shampoo.
• Apply topically to abdomen for a soothing and calming effect during a woman’s menstrual cycle.
• Blends well with Lavender, Sandalwood, Frankincense, or Cedarwood when you need to feel more balance in your life.
  According the the Emotions and Essential Oils book, Litsae is known as the “Oil of Manifestation” and can be used to help with self-doubt, criticism, fear of rejection, and feeling blocked. Litsea can be used to help feel more inspired, intuitive, alighted, receptive, and assist in the manifestation of infinite possibilities.

F U R T H E R   L E A R N I N G

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5000716/

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