Litsea Cubeba

Description

(Litsea cubeba)
(Commonly known as May Chang)

INGREDIENT IN: ^LeAgeLess, ^LeThermaCare

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES: hypotensive, astringent, digestive, stomachic, disinfectant, sedative or stimulant—as needed and according to quantity used, much like lavender

AFFINITY FOR: digestive system, nervous system, heart, skin, brow chakra

RESONANCE: physical, emotional

PLANT FAMILY:Graminae

PART UTILIZED: fruit

EXTRACTION METHOD: steam distilled

AROMATIC CONSIDERATIONS: Litsea cubeba has a lovely crisp, lemony scent. It is valued for its calming and antidepressant properties.

APPLICATION: Litsea cubeba can be diffused or diluted and worn on the body.

EMOTIONAL / SPIRITUAL / MENTAL ASPECTS: Litsea cubeba brings joy and lightness of spirit. It makes one feel young at heart and enthusiastic about life. This essential oil is often used in Inner Child work, where it is calming and soothing. Litsea cubeba is an oil that often appeals to children.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS: Litsea cubeba is considered useful for high blood pressure and other disorders that have been brought on by nervousness, fear, or stress. Litsea cubeba is useful for indigestion and to dispel gas pains. It is a good oil for treatment of skin disorders such as acne, dermatitis, and oily or discolored skin. Litsea cubeba is useful for controlling excess perspiration.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Litsea cubeba is often used in soaps and lotions where it tends to stabilize the higher notes of the other essential oils in the product.

CAUTIONS: Litsea cubeba should be avoided if pregnant. It can be an irritant to very sensitive skin.