Mastic Pistacia lentiscus
Specifics
| Country of Origin: Corsica | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes | Plant Part: Leaves, Ripe fruit |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Earthy, Herbaceous, Resinous, Warm and Radiant | Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic |
About
Mastic is know for its pain-relieving qualities, and is used in blends for decongesting the lymph and veins. It has a vasoconstrictive effect and is great for varicose veins. We like to combine it with other lymph and vein decongesting oils such as Cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana) and Lemon. It is also used to reduce edema.
The distiller we bought the Mastic from on Corsica said they use it for all kinds of respiratory congestion along with lymph and vein blends. We have found this to be especially effective when there is also muscle aches and pain from coughing, sinus congestion, and headaches.
The distiller we bought the Mastic from on Corsica said they use it for all kinds of respiratory congestion along with lymph and vein blends. We have found this to be especially effective when there is also muscle aches and pain from coughing, sinus congestion, and headaches.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Analgesic
- Nervous system tonic and sedative
- Decongesting to the veins, lymph and sinuses
- Tonifying to the veins and lymph
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Increases strength and endurance during difficult timesEncourages the ability to hold steady and persevere
Recipe
Lymph Massage Oil
5 drops Cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana)
5 drops Mastic
5 drops Eucalyptus smithii
5 drops Lemon
Blend in 1 oz. cream or carrier oil.
Safety Issues
No safety issues specific to this oil.