Description

Description: Organic cistus essential oil is obtained through steam distillation. It comes from the plant cistus, also known in Greece as “Ladanum.”

Special Characteristics: Organic cistus essential oil is a liquid with a dark brown-amber color, while its aroma is distinctive, intense, woody, and amber-like. Its main chemical components include α-pinene, camphene, para-cymene, trans-p-cymenol, trimethylcyclohexanone, borneol, limonene, γ-terpinene, 1,8-cineole, verbenone, and terpinen-4-ol.

Applications: Organic cistus essential oil is often used in aromatherapy due to its antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent, calming, moisturizing, and tonic properties. It can be used in the production of cosmetic formulations.

CAUTION: Always use diluted in a carrier oil or other solvent.