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Cistus Essential Oil
Cistus ladanifer
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Cistus Essential Oil Profile Information
| Cistus Oil |
| Common Name |
- Cistus Essential Oil, labdanum,
Rose of Sharon |
| Botanical Name |
- Cistus ladanifer |
| Country of Origin |
- Europe |
| Parts Used |
- Resin |
| Extraction |
- Steam Distillation |
| Technical Data |
- Cistus Oil CofA |
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Cistus Essential Oil Profile General - Cistus essential oil,
Cistus ladanifer, also commonly known as labdanum
essential oil. A small sticky shrub up to 3m high with lanceshaped leaves that are white and furry on the underside, and fragrant white flowers. Cistus gum, a dark brown solid mass, is a natural oleoresin obtained by boiling the plant material in water. Cistus is extracted by steam distillation from the crude gum, the absolute, or from the leaves and twigs of the plant directly.
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Cistus Oil Uses - Cistus essential oil, Cistus
ladanifer, gum was formerly used for catarrh, diatthea, dysentery and to promote menstruation; externally it was used in plasters. It is also said to be useful for scrofulous skin conditions, ulcers and tumors, including cancers.
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Cistus essential oil, Cistus
ladanifer, blends well with
the following essential oils: oakmoss,
clary sage, pine,
juniperberry, calamus, opopanax,
lavender, lavandin,
bergamot, cypress,
vetiver, sandalwood,
patchouli, olibanum,
moroccan chamomile and oriental bases.
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Cistus Oil Cautions - Generally non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing. Avoid during pregnancy.
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Cistus Essential Oil Properties - Antimicrobial, antiseptic, antitussive, astringent, balsamic, emmenagogue, expectorant, tonic..
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All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural
essential oils,
of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
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Cistus (Labdanum) Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap
making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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